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Sep 1, 2023 · Wrong again, a basketball is much lighter than the basket and its supports, so when long shots arrive at the basket with greater velocity (when shot in a normal way, w/o extreme arch), they …

Feb 4, 2026 · I'm far more optimistic having broken multiple fingers as a HS soph. Got spun around going up for a layup and ran into the pad behind the basket hard enough I broke 2 fingers on my right …

Jan 1, 2026 · Welcome to the Illini Women's Basketball Thread :illinois: Schedule | Tickets | Roster Illini Women's Basketball 2025-2026 (16-6, 6-5) Date Opponent Result Tue, Nov 4 SEMO W 91-67 Sun, …

Feb 2, 2026 · Welcome to the Coaching Carousel thread. Yes, that's the argument. O-line rankings and individuals player grades are decidedly worse for Miller than Henry's cumulative defensive ratings, …

Apr 12, 2026 · Duke is not putting all their eggs in the Blackwell basket … They’re looking into multiple options … Illinois views Blackwell as the final piece to the puzzle that would take an already elite …

Apr 8, 2026 · It's funny, I actually though the UConn game was one of Wagler's best in recent months from a scouting perspective, he was more assertive about getting to his spots and making shots at …

Apr 8, 2026 · We started going to the basket and his role offensively diminished. I'd hate to lose him. He's an all out effort guy who I think gives the team a bit of an edge. He was supposed to be a back …

Apr 3, 2026 · As we sit here, right now, the only player that's on the roster that can slash to the basket and finish, is Drej, but he lacks as a shooter and I'm thinking he's getting paid the most on the roster.

Mar 28, 2026 · My god there is a lid on that thing. We’ve missed so many layups Thankfully that's the Iowa basket in a few minutes.