Eastern Michigan - 12/7/2022 - 7:00 PM - ESPN+

[91Bird]

This team is fun to watch. Fighting through the injuries and foul trouble tonight and pulling out a win is big for a team with so many new faces. There will be growing pains but I think they can compete in the Valley this year.

 

[jbird]

Covered the gametime -(5.5).

 

[Redbird82]

Emoni Bates reminds me of Jereme Richmond from U of I. All the talent but just out there without a care in the world.

He is only 18, they draft so much on potential. Some of these could use experience and growing up before going to the NBA

 

[Manchester Matt]

Thought we were toast when Seneca fouled out. Fantastic final four minutes.

I can’t wait to be in the building Saturday.

 

[Brick]

Well let’s see. One starter out. Real size plays 3 minutes. One starter in foul trouble. A walkon plays significant minutes and contributes. We turn it over 7 times in first 8 minutes but end up with only 12. The other team makes 11? baskets in a row yet we win. I don’t care if it’s against the school of the blind. I will happily take it. Furthermore last year’s team would never have won this game.

 

[Metamoron]

In a close game like this, at the end the talent takes over. Watch out for Bates.

What idiot said this?

 

[Popsto4]

Well we would be difficult team to scout because who knows who will step up. Sandage plays 5 minutes and then scores 28 minutes the next game.

Luke played great defense and Lewis was stellar. Johnson, Schmidt, and Kotov all contributed.

Really cut down the turnovers after the first 8 minutes.

Hope MP and LM are healthy soon. I heard MP had a groin issue but not 100% sure

It’s a hamstring issue but sounds like chances are good for Saturday.

 

[Popsto4]

It’s a hamstring issue but sounds like chances are good for Saturday. Liam rolled his ankle pretty good hopefully he can get back soon too.

 

[Redbird222]

I just listened to the post game show

Matty asks Colton Sandage (Qb in high school) how it looks on press looking down court versus looking downfield ....

Colton - not a lot of fat guys chasing me

 

[SgtHulka]

He is only 18, they draft so much on potential. Some of these could use experience and growing up before going to the NBA

18 pounds? Dude made McC look like Schwarzenegger

Good gutty win. Owned the glass and points in the paint

Hope McC is ok. Munn was talking to one of the doctors who sits behind the bench during the game. He had it iced and up over his head under the stands

Burford likes to cut loose on the break aways

 

[gobirds85]

Winning. Is. Fun.

The team is getting better.

 

[DoubleDeuce]

Furthermore last year’s team would never have won this game.

I just don't get why we worry about last year's team... we turned the page.

 

[DoubleDeuce]

What idiot said this?

Almost all of us idiots.

 

[ISU86]

Well let’s see. One starter out. Real size plays 3 minutes. One starter in foul trouble. A walkon plays significant minutes and contributes. We turn it over 7 times in first 8 minutes but end up with only 12. The other team makes 11? baskets in a row yet we win. I don’t care if it’s against the school of the blind. I will happily take it. Furthermore last year’s team would never have won this game.

I don't recall winning a game with such unlikely lineup pairings on the floor since the overtime shocker at Ole Miss in 2017 (Gassman/Hein/Williams/Tinsley/Evans).

 

[Hamdonger]

Emoni Bates wasn’t on the court the balance of the game after Kasubke stripped him at half court around 90 seconds left. It looked like Bates had no interest in playing tonight. Would run away from him if I was an NBA Scout.

I was not impressed whatsoever with Bates. Tried to put on a pre-game show (several of their players did...why blow all that energy in warm ups??? It's a WASTE)...clearly thinks highly of his own game...took mostly ridiculous shots...imo cost his team the game. He also looks to be about 180lbs. Yes he's long and lanky but opposing teams should take his a$$ to the post and railroad him. I do realize I'm criticizing an 18 yr old, which is mighty big of me. It's clear you're highly thought of, kid. Capitalize on your opportunity and come to games with a good attitude. You didn't tonight.

 

[Hamdonger]

Winning. Is. Fun.

The team is getting better.

Absolutely on both counts. Simply put and well put. The crowd was engaged tonight.

 

[Hamdonger]

FYI...baseline bleachers on both ends for the Horton game...small on south side, more on the north side.

 

[Bird Friend]

I just don't get why we worry about last year's team... we turned the page.

Dammit! I fell asleep again. When were we supposed to turn the page? And what page are we on?

 

[Bird Friend]

I was not impressed whatsoever with Bates. Tried to put on a pre-game show (several of their players did...why blow all that energy in warm ups??? It's a WASTE)...clearly thinks highly of his own game...took mostly ridiculous shots...imo cost his team the game. He also looks to be about 180lbs. Yes he's long and lanky but opposing teams should take his a$$ to the post and railroad him. I do realize I'm criticizing an 18 yr old, which is mighty big of me. It's clear you're highly thought of, kid. Capitalize on your opportunity and come to games with a good attitude. You didn't tonight.

I think Hulka was closer on Bates' weight.

 

[Hamdonger]

I think Hulka was closer on Bates' weight.

I think you're right.