In retrospect that's the year I kind of want to forget about the most. I don't think the team really performed to its potential considering we now know how talented that roster was (Graham, Lemar, Schneider, Fox, and Monson are a pretty darn good starting five). And I really don't like having to say "went to postseason in 3 out of the last 4 years" instead of "4 year postseason streak"

I'll be rooting for CSUF to win for the purposes of conference exposure and revenue, but probably won't be watching.

I imagine Fullerton plays with a chip on their shoulder being one of the less-successful programs in recent years. I understand that but now that they're on top they should act like they belong.

I agree, disappointing game but not a disappointing season.

And it's not over yet, we have an NIT to win.

On to the NIT :/

That 2nd FT from Siler looked like it was in --- reminded me of the end of the very first ESPN game

Good Aggie D or bad Titan shooting I wonder?

Aggies down 17-23 at the half.

Defense is there now but shots aren't going down. Press seems to be working, hopefully UCR is tired after their earlier games

Down 3 at the quarter. Curry for UCR is a fantastic player

I have to disagree, I think it was a messy situation with no good options for the school.

First, when it comes to announcements there are very strict laws regarding student privacy. And they can't necessarily cut corners with the procedural side of things just because a player is a basketball star.

Second, they (the university investigator) owe it to Chima to perform due diligence before issuing a decision that could seriously impact his education, or insinuate something unsubstantiated that can hurt his potential pro career.

Third, UCD Athletics has a lot of detractors in the Academic Senate and community who don't want to see us go down the "Big Sports" route. A high-profile player getting accused of something serious fans the flames of criticism. Best to leave no stone unturned and make sure to take time to do it right, while also not drawing attention to the investigation before it's complete.

Fourth, it's good to not know his status. It makes the team harder to prep for; I think I even read that one recent opponent (Irvine?) explicitly had to prepare two gameplans for Chima-team vs No-Chima-team. It sucks for us, the fans, but frankly we're not in the need-to-know.

Probably playing the only team that swept us with about the same amount of rest on what's effectively a home court for them.

Oh Big West Tournament how I've missed you

UCI clutches it out. The chalk is holding across the bracket, but barely.

Ostensibly yes but we've had a loss or overtime vs every team left in the field so I'll be scared no matter who we draw

LBSU had every opportunity to do us a favor by forcing overtime but missed something like 5 layups in a row to lose by 2

That's what I have marked down on my calendar. Also I think the Friday game will be shown on ESPNU on tape delay in the nightcap.

Works for me on Fox Sports Go. I'm using Hulu Live TV as the login.

Great for Mooney to step up. Everyone will have to contribute quality minutes to win it all this weekend.

Good point about the theatrics not necessarily being a fit for every fanbase. That being said, I imagine recruits like that sort of thing.

Hi def would be nice but I'd settle for 480p if it runs smoothly with clear audio. Even better if it's supported by streaming devices.

Aggie Pack needs to be more aggressive in getting the students to make noise. We don't push the home court advantage enough. And students need to be constantly barraged with reminders to go to games -- make the Pavilion the "happening" place that night.

There are things we could do to improve the arena environment. SDSU has some very impressive theatrics before the game (lights out -> 10 minute pre tip-off dance party, giant banner draped over the student section, searchlights pointed at the bench when the team is announced). Anybody who goes to a game for the first time just gets "wow'd" by the sheer spectacle. That only happens during ESPN games for Aggie fans.

I would also really, really love to see a local TV deal to raise awareness of the program and help recruits feel like we're "big time." I know Sacramento Republic has one with the local CW station where their league-mandated live stream -- equivalent of Big West TV -- is directly aired on the network. Of course this requires a much higher quality streaming infrastructure than what UCD currently has, but it goes without saying that we need that.

TJ is probably going to be conference PoY. First team for sure.