Maryland 70, NC State 63
There is no doubt in my mind that after the heartbreak of the last 10 days, the Terps could absolutely fall apart tonight. But unless NC State really takes it to the Terps on the boards; I just don’t see it. Then again, maybe I shouldn’t make picks with this team.
Let’s see what everyone else has to say….
Best of Wednesday’s WNST Blogs:
Rex Snider says Entry Drafts have hurt Birds
Bob Haynie says Duquette admits Birds picked Rowell over Lincecum
Drew Forrester says Pauley ‘probably not the answer’ for Birds
Thyrl Nelson thinks Gary doing good coaching job
Glenn Clark says Bisciotti example of why Terps still having success despite struggles
Drew Forrester offers Part 3 of Orioles Hangout interview
Nestor Aparicio offers details on search for media star
Nestor Aparicio remembers 1983 World Series
ORIOLES:
The Official Site’s Spencer Fordin says Pauley gives up 8 hits in loss to Twins
The Official Site’s Spencer Fordin says Mora, Izturis, Guthrie all alive in World Baseball Classic play
The Official Site’s Spencer Fordin says Albers to pen
The Sun’s Peter Schmuck says MacPhail has ‘no intentions’ of reaching out to Pedro’s representatives
The Sun’s Jeff Zrebiec and Dan Connolly say Trembley wants to keep Albers in familiar role
The Sun’s Peter Schmuck says Pauley’s Spring ERA falls to 7.71 after Twins game
The Sun’s Dan Connolly says Hendrickson, Tillman, Arrieta, Matusz scheduled to throw in intrasquad game today
The Sun’s Dean Jones Jr. expects Tyler Henson to be ‘everyday’ 3rd baseman in Frederick
The Sun’s Dean Jones Jr. says Albers struggled in loss to Twins, needs to shift focus to bullpen
The Sun’s Peter Schmuck says Guthrie struggled last night in Team USA’s loss to Venezuela
The Sun’s Peter Schmuck says Trembley pleased with Jones’ performance in loss
The Sun’s Peter Schmuck says Pauley thinks he’s throwing too many strikes
Examiner Jay Trucker says former Oriole Bedard’s struggles continue
Examiner Jay Trucker still thinks Eaton, Pauley, Penn will end up in rotation
Carroll County Times’ Rich Dubroff says Hill trying to stay ‘positive’ despite injuries, etc.
Washington Post’s CJ Holley says Ponson ‘ace’ of Netherlands’ staff
RAVENS:
The Official Site’s Mike Duffy says Laurinaitis, Britt, DHB, Harvin, Vontae Davis all mocked to Ravens around ‘net
The Official Site says Ray Lewis press conference to be held next Thursday
The Sun’s Matt Bracken cleans up after me
Examiner Tony Wisniewski says Holt, Ronald Curry, DJ Hackett, Reggie Williams all ‘decent’ free agent options at WR
Examiner Phil Macek thinks Birk could be ‘hidden gem’
ESPN.com’s James Walker says Ravens relying on speed in defensive backfield
TERRAPINS BASKETBALL:
NC State Official Site says Wolfpack should have plenty of ‘motivation’ for rematch with Terps
The Sun’s Jeff Barker and Kevin Van Valkenburg say Gary has plenty of support, detractors
The Sun’s Jeff Barker says Terps ‘need to play well under pressure again’
The Sun’s Jeff Barker says Terps looking for two wins to put together ‘reasonable case’ for NCAA Tournament
The Sun’s Jeff Barker says Ravens’ Bisciotti remains loyal to Gary
The Sun’s Rick Maese says Vasquez ‘fuels’ Terps
The Sun’s David Steele says Terps can thank ’74 ACC Championship losers for having shot at making NCAA Tournament in ‘09
The Sun’s Jeff Barker says Bisciotti thinks strange circumstances lead to Gary missing Tournaments
The Sun’s Jeff Barker says Vasquez plans to test NBA Draft waters; could still return
Examiner Steve DeClue picks Terps to beat Wolfpack
Carroll County Times’ Josh Land says Gary openly talking about NCAA Tournament with Terps
The AP says Gary thinks ACC as talented as ever
Washington Post’s Eric Prisbell offers other bubble games to follow
Washington Post’s Steve Yanda says Gary, NC State’s Lowe only active coaches to have played in ACC Tournament as well
Washington Post’s Steve Yanda and Zach Berman say Terps, Hokies must both win at least two games in Atlanta
Washington Post’s Steve Yanda says Neal knows Terps need to keep ‘moving’ against zone
Washington Post’s Eric Prisbell says Vasquez wants to test waters to compare himself with other guards across country
Washington Post’s Steve Yanda says Fells will return to lineup for Wolfpack tonight against Terps
Washington Post’s Steve Yanda says Pack will run more zone
Washington Post’s Steve Yanda says Terps must beat Pack on glass
Washington Post’s Eric Prisbell says if Vasquez returns, he wants to play with Stephenson
Washington Times’ Patrick Stevens says Gary remains ‘calm’ with chaos surrounding him
Washington Times’ Patrick Stevens says Vasquez testing waters not ‘uncommon’ for junior
Washington Times’ Patrick Stevens says ‘timing’ of Vasquez’s draft discussion somewhat surprising
Washington Times’ Patrick Stevens says Terps JUST out right now
DC Examiner’s Brian McNally says Milbourne thinks Terps need to get to free throw line more
DC Examiner’s Rick Snider doesn’t vision Terps making run to get in
Terp Center’s Seth Hoffman says Terps must improve vs. zone
Terrapin Times’ Mike Ashley says Terps fighting to get ‘off bubble’ in Atlanta (must subscribe)
Terrapin Times’ Dan Painter catches up with target Buie (must subscribe)
TERRAPINS WOMEN’S BASKETBALL:
The Diamondback’s Aaron Kraut says Terps taking advantage of time off
TERRAPINS FOOTBALL:
The Official Site says Isaiah Williams posts 4.38 in 40 at Maryland’s Pro Day
The Sun’s Ken Murray says Ravens plan to bring Flacco to work out with DHB in College Park
The Diamondback’s Eric Detweiler says DHB, Gronkowski skipped timing part of Pro Day after solid performances at Combine
Washington Post’s Josh Barr says Terps have offered 3 DeMatha juniors so far
Turtle Sports Report’s Maddie McConnell catches up with Kevin Barnes at Pro Day (must subscribe)
Terrapin Times’ Mark Clem profiles spring D-Line (must subscribe)
TERRAPINS LACROSSE:
Inside Lacrosse’s Danielle Bernstein says Terp could still improve at X
MT. ST. MARY’S BASKETBALL:
The Official Site says Robert Morris’ Green knocks down jumper with 2.5 seconds to play to beat Mount for NEC title
The Sun’s Jim Rodenbush says Beidler lead Eers with 12 points, 9 boards in loss
Carroll County Times’ Bob Blubaugh says MSM coach Brown thought return to NCAA Tournament ‘not meant to be’ for Mountaineers
Frederick News-Post’s Stan Goldberg’s says Green’s winning hoop his only basket of game
The AP’s Alan Robinson says Jeremy Chappell scored 15 to lead Colonials past Eers
MORGAN BASKETBALL:
The Official Site says Holmes scores 18 to lead Bears past Florida A&M
The Sun says Bears will face Coppin-NC A&T winner next in MEAC Tournament
Washington Times’ Patrick Stevens has Bears playing UConn in first round
UMES BASKETBALL:
The Official Site says Pitt posts double double, but Hawks’ season ends with loss to Bethune-Cookman
UMBC BASKETBALL:
The Official Site says student tickets still available for America East championship at Binghamton
LOYOLA BASKETBALL:
The Official Site says early signee Robert Olson to play in Charm City Challenge
LOYOLA LACROSSE:
The Official Site previews Saturday’s contest with St. John’s
NAVY LACROSSE:
The Official Site says Wickham honored by Patriot League
The Sun’s Edward Lee says Meade backs off harsh criticism of defense
SALISBURY LACROSSE:
The Official Site says Cannone scores 7 as Gulls get past Marymount
SOME QUICK THOUGHTS:
-Jay Trucker’s picks of Eaton, Penn, and Pauley all make sense to me. Does that make you sleep better Orioles fans?
-Congratulations to Milan Brown and Mt. St. Mary’s on another outstanding basketball season. That was heartbreaking stuff last night.
-I’ll pick Coppin 65, NC A&T 60 tonight; and will look forward to another Coppin-Morgan showdown.
Talk to you tomorrow.
-G
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