Happy Super Bowl Sunday Guys!
Once again I apologize for not seeing the train wreck in Wichita Kansas last night and props to anyone riding the Shockers. It was a nice revenge win from the earlier game where the Redbirds defeated the Shockers.
Illinois Sate shot a lousy 33% from the floor for the game. Much of those were on trash baskets towards the end of the game. Actually late in the second half they were shooting a blistering 11% from the floor. Anyone who follows Valley hoops know full and well this is not typical of them. They were also a miserable 45% from the free throw line. Once again, not typical. Now, on the flip side. To their CREDIT the Shockers shot an amazing 56% from the floor for the entire game. Very good. They also shot 18 of 22 from the charity stripe, 81%. Very good. In the end it was the perfect storm. Wichita State played as well as they possibly could while Illinois State had a miserable night.
Bottom line is of course I was wrong. But, it is kind of tough to predict those kind of shooting numbers from a good team like the Redbirds.
Also, just for a little perspective. A lot of screaming and yelling as to be expected by any reasonable person after a GOY loss. But in fairness it is a fact it was only the second loss on one in the last nine overall. And long term clients know over the years in all sports they have hit for us far, far more often than not. The wins just usually fly under the radar while it is a world shaking event when one goes down. We all know that drill.
I did not hear any of these people bitching when the Packers beat the Cowboys in my NFL playoff game of the year. I did not hear any of the bitching when the Clemson Tigers blew out the Ohio State Buckeyes in my Bowl game of the year. And yes, I could go on and on. Lot more winners on those than losses. Just trying to show both sides to be maybe a little bit fair.
Not arguing with anyone. Just pointing out some facts. Always two sides to every story. One would think after the game last night I was the anti christ, lol.
Anyway, off to a Super Bowl party with friends and hope everyone has a fun day. If out and about partying stay safe guys. If you have to report for work tomorrow. Answer the bell.