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Things Got A Bit Nuts In Chapel Hill Monday Night
The tears have stopped long enough for me to finally check out this video of the celebration in North Carolina on Monday. Either the Tar Heels won or Japan finally surrendered, I can't tell which. More »
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Comment by Brazil Thrill: University of Connecticut students celebrated in similar fashion after last night's victory over Louisville. BEFORE: 9 Responses | Other threads
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An Oddly Fitting End To Detroit's Final Four
All week long we heard about how much this game meant for the city of Detroit. Since the "Detroit" team was left a humbled, burned-out shell of its former self, I'd say that's appropriate. More »
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Comment by Dashiell Bennett: Aside: How insanely inappropriate was that Burger King commercial? Are they seriously using Sir Mix-A-Lot to sell kids meals? Geezus. 6 Responses | Other threads
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North Carolina-Michigan State Live Blog
This one's for all the General Motors, laddies. Will it be the Tar Heels? Or the Tar Heels? Then again, the Tar Heels could pull it out. Time will tell. More »
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Comment by FiddlingWhileJimRomeBurns: It's been amusing folks. If Rick Wagoner resigns as coach of the Spartans someone wake me up. Otherwise I'll catch... 16 Responses | Other threads
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Mayor Of Indianapolis Receives Hospitality, Detroit Style
Here's one last feel good story from the Final Four. Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard was robbed on the streets of Detroit after leaving Ford Field on Saturday night. Perfect. More »
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Comment by ArkansasFred: I'm surprised and dismayed to learn that "But...but...I'm the Mayor of Indianapolis!" doesn't carry as much influence as I previously... 5 Responses | Other threads
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Tom Izzo: The Early Years
Here's a great find: Tom Izzo's first day as a coach at Ispheming High School in 1977. His jacket scored 12 points. [The Daily Drink]
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Comment by Bobby Big Wheel: If you stare at the jacket long enough, you see a pirate ship. 2 Responses | Other threads
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It's Not So Cold In The D
Oh, did something happen last night? Right ... the basketball games. I almost forgot about that! More »
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Comment by ClintonPortishead: Five teams in the Sweet 16, Four in the Elite 8, and Two in the Final 4 > Two teams... 11 Responses | Other threads
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Tyler Hansbrough, In All His White Doughy Glory
While watching the UNC-Oklahoma game with a friend who knows nothing about college basketball, she suddenly blurted out, "What's wrong with that guy's face? Why won't he close his mouth?" More »
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Comment by Andy Hutchins: Next up for the creator of this video: Tim Tebow in K'Nex. 8 Responses | Other threads
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Siena's Drunk, Rowdy Fans Are Not Welcome Back To Ohio
The Siena Saints pulled off one of the more memorable wins over Ohio State in the NCAA tournament this year, but the behavior of their fans didn't do anything to endear themselves to local Ohioans. More »
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By DAULERIOComment by wonderlic---myballs: Dear Gene,On behalf of all of upstate NY, there is not much to do here except drink and/or play golf.... 5 Responses | Other threads
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This Is Not The Way To Watch The NCAA Tournament
This was the view I had of the Elite Eight games this weekend ... from my hospital bed. Don't worry—all the channels didn't come in that badly—only the one showing college basketball. More »
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Comment by Johninho: I'm on the Michigan State bandwagon after watching them handle Louisville the way they did. I'm also now a firm... 8 Responses | Other threads
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NCAA Sweet 16: (1) North Carolina vs. (4) Gonzaga
East Region: No. 1 North Carolina (30-4) vs. No. 4 Gonzaga (28-5)
When: Thursday, 9:57 p.m., EDT
Where: FedExForum, Memphis, Tennessee
NORTH CAROLINA TAR HEELS
1) Make it Wayne Let's get this out of the way for those waking from comas: Tyler Hansbrough is the ACC's all-time leading scorer and Tywon Lawson's got an injured toe. If the Heels make some noise in the Big East Invitational, it will be because two OTHER players step it up. Wayne Ellington has been on fire, shooting 50% from beyond the arc in March. At times he's been the best player on the court, leading the team in scoring three of the last four games. However, he's been strangely inconsistent at the free throw line. More »
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Comment by Brazil Thrill: That drooling sound you hear? Odd, I never realized drooling made a sound. 1 Responses | Other threads
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NCAA Sweet 16: (2) Michigan State vs. (3) Kansas
West Region: No. 2 Michigan State (28-6) vs. No. 3 Kansas (27-7)
When: Thursday, 9:37 p.m., EDT
Where: Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, Indiana
MICHIGAN STATE SPARTANS
1) START THE CLOCK! I would like to thank Pete for reminding me about one of the darkest moments in MSU basketball history. (See below.) Michigan State used to have a troubled history with the Sweet 16, getting robbed twice in third round appearances in 1986 and 1990, but Tom Izzo has managed to erase most of those demons since taking over for Jud Heathcote. The Spartans are 5-2 in regional semifinals under Izzo, with both losses coming against No. 1 seeds. Yes, they probably should have won both of those earlier games despite the tragic injustices perpetrated against them, but try explaining that to Scott Skiles. More » -
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NCAA Sweet 16: (2) Oklahoma vs. (3) Syracuse
South Region: No. 2 Oklahoma (29-5) vs. No. 3 Syracuse (28-9)
When: Friday, 7:27 p.m., EDT
Where: FedExForum, Memphis, Tennessee
OKLAHOMA SOONERS
1) So we meet again The last time Oklahoma and Syracuse met on the hardwood, it was in the East regional final of the 2003 NCAA tournament. The third-seeded Orange, led by this guy named Carmelo Anthony, beat 1-seed OU 63-47 en route to the National Championship. Syracuse's 2-3 zone drove the Sooners absolutely nuts, forcing All-American guard Hollis Price into one of the worst shooting performances of his career (3-17 from the field, eight points). As a team, the guard-oriented Sooners hit just 31 percent from the field and basically made Sooner fans want to jump into a volcano with their poor shooting. But this current OU team is a bit different. This time instead of an All-American guard, OU's got an All-American big man, so they won't be necessarily be relying entirely on outside jumpers to beat the zone. That 2003 team was counting on Johnny Gilbert and Kevin Bookout's one-inch vertical to get the job done on the inside. Yeeeah. More »
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Comment by wonderlic---myballs: Well MarkKelso's, Afino, Ukraine, Palindromic...I'm scared to shit that Blake Griffin is going to eat that zone up. AO and... 9 Responses | Other threads
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NCAA Sweet 16: (1) Louisville vs. (12) Arizona
Midwest Region: No. 1 Louisville (30-5) vs. No. 12 Arizona (21-13)
When: Friday, 7:07 p.m., EDT
Where: Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, Indiana
LOUISVILLE CARDINALS
1) Introducing T-Will Terrence Williams, better known as T-Will, is as exciting and athletic as any player entering the dance. He is Mr. Everything for this Cardinal team, whether it be due to his court leadership, quirky demeanor that keeps the team loose or scissor-kick windmill dunks that rile up the crowd and leave the opposition in amazement. The man is a triple-double waiting to happen (he holds two of the programs three all-time). In the Big East title game, he put up a ridiculous 11 points, 7 boards, 7 steals and 6 assists. A mid-season tweak of his shooting motion has turned a once poor stroke into a deadly weapon. T-Will is among the most complete players in the land and the Cards would be nothing without his leadership. It is very comparable to how David Padgett led the squad last year, but better in many ways. Some in Louisville think he was spited on postseason honors, but the man is not looking for high fives and handshakes from the media through awards and accolades. He's looking to finish off his senior year with a national title. More »
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Comment by Ugueth Urbina's Machete: Terrence Williams, better known as T-Will He would better off if he went by T-Pain and explained how he never thought... 2 Responses | Other threads
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NCAA Sweet 16: (2) Duke vs. (3) Villanova
East Region: No. 2 Duke (30-6) vs. No. 3 Villanova (28-7)
When: Thursday, 9:57 p.m., EDT
Where: TD Banknorth Garden, Boston, Massachusetts
DUKE BLUE DEVILS
1) Zoooooooooooubek Anyone who watched Villanova pound UCLA into frightened little schoolgirls knows that the key to this weekend's matchup is for Duke to try and bang with Nova at least a little bit. And anyone who has watched Duke at all over the past, oh, 40 years or so knows that banging is not their specialty, and as a result has a creeping sense of dread about the game. This year's model is classic Duke: lots of finesse, not a lot of beef. Except for Greg Zoubek. The junior center is listed at 7' 1" and 280 pounds, which is roughly the size Shaq was in college. Unfortunately, as evidenced by the fact that, well, he's still at Duke and not in the pros, he doesn't exactly put up Shaq numbers: in about 10 minutes a game, he averages 4 points and 4 rebounds. Granted, he's been improving all season, and even managed to contribute against Texas on Saturday, but the Pride of Haddonfield will have to put his broken schnozz out of his mind and step up big time for Duke to really have a chance. More »
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Comment by Starburied: knows that banging is not their specialty We're saving that for the Duke lacrosse preview. 3 Responses | Other threads
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NCAA Sweet 16: (2) Memphis vs. (3) Missouri
West Region: No. 2 Memphis (33-3) vs. No. 3 Missouri (30-6)
When: Thursday, 9:37 p.m., EDT
Where: University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale, Arizona
MEMPHIS TIGERS
1) Crack open those history books Although the casual college basketball fan knows Memphis for their recent run of Elite 8 appearances (2006-2008) including last year's title game collapse or perhaps the days of Anfernee "Penny" Hardaway, the Tigers actually have a storied basketball history. They were the runner-up in 1973 to a UCLA team led by John Wooden and Bill Walton and made the Final Four in 1985. Those two years were notable for several reasons. In 1973, Walton scored 44 points on 21/22 FG and the victory was part of UCLA's record 88-game win streak. The Tigers (then Memphis State) were coached by Gene Bartow who eventually succeeded John Wooden. In 1985, the Tigers (still Memphis State) were the only non-Big East team to make the Final Four. That appearance was later vacated by the NCAA for use of ineligible players. More »
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Comment by ArkansasFred: Also known as the fucking stupid game that is going to preempt my enjoyment of Duke-Villanova. 4 Responses | Other threads
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NCAA Sweet 16: (1) Pittsburgh vs. (4) Xavier
East Region: No. 1 Pittsburgh (30-4) vs. No. 4 Xavier (27-7)
When: Thursday, 7:27 p.m., EDT
Where: TD Banknorth Garden, Boston, Massachusetts
PITT PANTHERS
1) Sean Miller A Pitt grad and former Pitt assistant coach. Often touted as Jamie Dixon's eventual replacement, Miller currently spends his time as the head coach of Xavier while waiting on that phone call. Kidding aside, Panther fans have seen this show before. The last time they faced a former coach in the NCAA tournament also happens to be the last time Pitt lost in the Sweet 16. Ben Howland and UCLA out-muscled the Panthers in 2007 en route to a Final Four appearance, effectively cementing Pitt's reputation as post-season slackers. Miller's playing career at Pitt lasted from 1989-92. Predictably, Pitt never advanced past the round of 16 in any of those years either. Miller now has a shot to once again contribute to Pitt's lackluster post season record, only this time he'd enjoy it. More »
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Comment by OchentaYcinco: I don't have a joke. If Pitt loses I'm drinking myself into a coma. Go team! 8 Responses | Other threads
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NCAA Sweet 16: (1) Connecticut vs. (5) Purdue
West Region: No. 1 Connecticut (29-4) vs. No. 5 Purdue (27-9)
When: Thursday, 7:07 p.m., EDT
Where: University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale, Arizona
CONNECTICUT HUSKIES
1) More Than the Sum of their Parts The Huskies have made a habit of winning without key individuals all season long. Forward Stanley Robinson sat out eight games of this season as part of a voluntary suspension from the team, returning shortly before conference play began. Right about the time Robinson shook the rust off, Junior Guard Jerome Dyson went down with a season-ending knee injury. UConn was still able to finish the season with four wins and two losses (both to Pitt), garnering a #1 seed. More »
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Comment by Hustler of Culture: Why don't these games start earlier? Don't they realize I am getting old and will be asleep on the... 19 Responses | Other threads
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The Case Of Thad Matta's Imaginary Son
You may have heard the shocking story of Thad Matta's trash-talking son, accused of slandering most of the greater Albany area last week. There's just one problem with this tale—Thad Matta doesn't have a son. More » -
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Pitt Holds On; Thousands of Brackets Avoid Enraged Shredding
Wow, that got...uncomfortably close for a bit. The top-seeded Panthers survived a big scare from eighth-seeded Oklahoma State, pulling away very late against a Cowboy team that wouldn't go away. More »
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By Gourmet SpudComment by Saberhagendaaz: Gorgeous George: Out (of the closet) 3 Responses | Other threads
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'Cuse Men Smile, Kiss the Sky
In the early game appetizer, third-seeded Syracuse had relatively little trouble getting rid of sixth-seeded Arizona State, thus earning the right to be featured in an awful headline pun. More »
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By Gourmet SpudComment by Bobby Big Wheel: Also acceptable as a headline: Cuse Me While I Kiss the Sky. 1 Responses | Other threads
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In Case You Need A Live Blogging Fix
With Sussman still being held for observation after last week's insane live blogging marathon, The Rookies are happy to fill the live-blogging gap.
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By Gourmet SpudComment by She Blinded Me With Violence: Dudes sure are getting a lot of pub lately. When do the Howie Long promos for The Rookies start? 3 Responses | Other threads
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Gonzaga Alumni Are Weeping With Joy
Demetri Goodson's thrilling end-to-end bank-in with 0.9 seconds left lifts the Bulldogs over Western Kentucky. If Gonzaga isn't careful, it's going to develop a reputation for these. More »
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By Gourmet SpudComment by Colin White Devil: Demetri Goodson's thrilling end-to-end bank-in with 0.9 seconds left > Demetri Martin's wry, amusing but too-hipsterish-by-half sketchpad-driven comedy. 4 Responses | Other threads
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By Pete GainesComment by Sculptor?!? I just met her!: Is this where the drunks are allowed to hang out? Or will there be a different thread for us non-NCAA... 14 Responses | Other threads
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President Clinton Will Hedge His NCAA Bets, Thank You
It's now been well established that President Obama likes college basketball. But did you know former President Bill Clinton likes hoops, too? It's true, and Clinton would like to share his picks with you, kinda. More »
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By Pete GainesComment by Matt Sussman: Dan Quayle was crestfallen with his pick of Ohioe State. 7 Responses | Other threads
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NCAA Second Round, Second Round
Let's hope these next games are better than the Villanova-DukeUCLA* suckfest in Philly. Jay Bilas called that "men against boys", and while that seems a little like piling on, he'll hear no argument here. More »
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By Pete GainesComment by Innings Eater: John Calipari's teams often have trouble with zone defenses. And spelling. 4 Responses | Other threads
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Round Two...Fight!
After the 48-hour basketball bender that is the first round of the NCAA tournament, a single game to start off the 2nd round is just what the doctor ordered. UCLA-Villanova starts the fun at 1:05PM.
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By Pete GainesComment by Kick His Ass Seabass: HIS HAND TOTALLY TOUCHED THE LINE ON THAT DRIVE! WHAT A HORRIBLE CALL! I CAN'T BELIEVE THEY MISSED... 4 Responses | Other threads
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The NCAA Will Snatch The Baby Jesus Right Out Of Your Hands
Viewers of the Ohio State-Siena game may have noticed a proselytizing attention whore with a John 3:16 sign. But did you see an NCAA security guard snatch it? One eagle-eyed viewer did; roll the tape. More »
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By Pete GainesComment by TracyHamandEggs: There should be a test. If you can actually quote John 3:16 then you can have the sign. 6 Responses | Other threads
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Hugs For Some, Crushing Defeat For Others
Got an image you'd like to see in here first thing in the morning? Send it to tips@deadspin.com. Subject: Morning crap More »
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By Pete GainesComment by Yinka Double Dare: I hate to do this but... Suck it, Big Ten haters who root for ACC teams. 6 Responses | Other threads
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They Saved The Goofy Games For Friday Night
I had this well-thought out screed about how the first round was about as scintillating as a Mennonite snuff film. I had to tear it up and deposit it in a UNICEF box. More »
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By Matt SussmanComment by Camp Tiger Claw: Fucking shit. I hope you all die in a flood. 18 Responses | Other threads
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NCAA Tournament Live Blog: (4) Wake Forest Vs. (13) Cleveland State
Your live bloggers for this game will be 3:10 to Joba. Like the actual Joba, he will be relieved halfway through by longtime Deadspin commenter chilltown.
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Comment by yesiamahooker: Jeebus I might have to go look at Randolph Childress's crossover against UNC in the 1995 ACC Tournament to cheer... 6 Responses | Other threads
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NCAA Tournament Live Blog: (5) Florida State Vs. (12) Wisconsin.
Your live blogger for this game will be former part-time Wisconsonite Nick Pazoles, who tweets in his spare time. Don't we all?
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Comment by Business_Socks: Hey Brock, people tell me I look like Han Solo. 7 Responses | Other threads
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NCAA Tournament Live Blog: (2) Michigan State Vs. (15) Robert Morris
Your live blogger for this game will be Rick Paulas. Remember him? He did a couple Deadspin weekends last year?
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Comment by Johninho: I know they're making a point that they're not greasy, but I still didn't need the visual of a grease-ball... 2 Responses | Other threads
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NCAA Tournament Live Blog: (8) Ohio State vs (9) Siena
Your live blogger for this game will be young Kevin Whitaker, who blogs high school sports at the Albany Times-Union and said he wanted "an opportunity to swear more." Here's your fucking opportunity.
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NCAA Tournament Live Blog: (4) Xavier Vs. (13) Portland State
Your live blogger for this game will be the enigmatic Brett Kass and his collective of Californian comrades.
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Comment by StevePerryPsychOut: Turn up the awesome, Brett. This is the game that I wanted. Somehow, I got USC-BC in Chicago. 2 Responses | Other threads
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NCAA Tournament Live Blog: (7) Boston College Vs. (10) Southern California
Your live blogger for this game will be SLAM Online's Ben Collins. He once narrowly escaped the shank of Sean Williams.
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Comment by SpaceCowgirl01: Wow did you hear those noisy BC fans shrieking during SC's free throw shots? Talk about those "Screaming Eagles" in Minnesota... yea?... 2 Responses | Other threads
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NCAA Tournament Live Blog: (5) Utah Vs. (12) Arizona
Your live blogger for this game will be Alex Resch, who contributed to KFFL. He is from Delaware and therefore is not betting on this game.
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NCAA Tournament Live Blog: (1) Louisville Vs. (16) Morehead State
Your live bloggers for this game will be an amalgamation of veteran Deadspin commenters: Stev D, ArkansasFred, dont-forget-where-you-came-from-cheese-mac, and David Hume. They canceled several party invitations for this. The hope you appreciate the sacrifice.
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Comment by Gourmet Spud: There are so many ways to comment. Almost too many. Oh God. I'm starting to hyperventilate... 3 Responses | Other threads
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Pitt Havin' A Little Trouble With East Tennessee State
In a game where DeJuan Blair and Pitt oughta be coasting by 30, the adorable Buccaneers from Johnson City, Tennessee are staying with the top-seeded Panthers. 37-37 in the second half. [Pitt-ETSU Live Blog]
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By Matt SussmanComment by X-tacle: At what point was East Tennessee known for its pirates? 6 Responses | Other threads
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NCAA Tournament Live Blog: (6) West Virginia Vs. (11) Dayton
Your live blogger for this game will be Drew Silva of MLB Trade Rumors and Rotoworld. Hey, wait, those are baseball sites! More »
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Comment by drewsilv: Dude, I love the Blackburn Review. It's a daily must read. 3 Responses | Other threads
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NCAA Tournament Live Blog: (3) Missouri Vs. (14) Cornell
Your live blogger for this game will be Jess Faneuf, who once guest wrote on NY Times' Fifth Down blog.
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Comment by Her?: Is it just you and me Wampeters? Like a date? 33 Responses | Other threads
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