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THE PLANK FEBRUARY 7, 2007

Turning To More Important Matters

BY TNR STAFF

Excuse my sparse blogging today, but I'm a bit preoccupied thinking about a certain sporting event that's taking place tonight. If you too are a bit preoccupied by said certain sporting event, you can't do much better than reading this preview by the excellent Will Blythe.

I share Blythe's fears that not only was FSU's victory over Duke on Sunday a negative development for the Heels (in that it's hard to imagine Duke losing three in a row), but that Duke is even better equipped than N.C. State to execute the game plan the Pack used to beat Carolina on Saturday. I also share Blythe's hope that by voicing these fears, maybe they won't come pass.

--Jason Zengerle

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but not, particularly, of either team, I'd advise against worrying too much. I've seen each team a handful of times this year and can't imagine Duke winning tonight. Home court, two straight losses, big rivalry, yes yes; sometimes, though, one team is just better than the other. Duke's inside game is weak, Paulus is terrible (Krzyzewski seriously still thinks this guy can play the point in the ACC?), and they haven't defeated anyone of substance. That being said, I'm a terrible prognosticator.

- jmurph79

February 7, 2007 at 4:13pm

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and foolish me, I thought you all hung upon every word that we write here on The Plank.

- MrCookie1

February 7, 2007 at 4:19pm

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How is it that Chotiner doesn't get this. Who could possibly think the NBA is better than the college game?

- adamvaught

February 7, 2007 at 4:45pm

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I think the case for the NBA is that it's the best of the best, and that's always fun to watch. The style of play has also drastically improved of late, especially compared to the unbearable Knicks/Heat-style mid to late 90's. I see your point though- there's nothing like the conference tournaments and NCAA tournament.

- jmurph79

February 7, 2007 at 4:56pm

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Didn't see the game which means I was spared Dick Vitale's horrid blather, but looks like it was a good win for the Holes.

- cleavet

February 8, 2007 at 9:26am

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