It felt like Georgetown never really got into the game against Ohio State in the semis. The Hoyas hung tough, as they have the previous three games, but couldn't make their customary surge at the end. Instead, Ohio State squirted away in the final few minutes.
Greg Oden got in early foul trouble and wasn't a factor in the first half. Roy Hibbert lasted longer, and was more effective in the first frame, but he too committed his 2nd foul early. Both centers played well in the second half. Jeff Green didn't assert himself to the degree the Hoyas needed. He only played well in spurts. Mike Conley has been amazing this tournament and he continued that trend. It's certainly disappointing to watch another one of my teams lose in the national semifinals again. But it's been a remarkable run. Georgetown had a great season and I'm proud of them. They showed that hustle and discipline still play an important part of college basketball. And a few pro prospects never hurt.
You've got to feel bad for Arron Afflalo. For the second straight year, Corey Brewer and the Florida Gators frustrated him and ended his dream. He ended with 17 points, all in the second half, and none of them very important to the ultimate outcome. Florida dominated this game with their size. The battle of the ugly-off was no contest. Noah was just one of three-headed monster (Horford and Richard), whereas Lorenzo Mata is not as talented as any of that trifecta.
Monday night features a rematch of the college football championship. Florida's trying to repeat their football team's result and as men's national basketball champion. Unfortunately, I like their chances.
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