Early Big Ten play has proven to be a good thing for some in this new era of the conference. With 18 teams, the fight to be elite will be harder than ever. Currently, some early favorites are starting to showcase what they are made of. It has been several years since the state of Michigan could say they are atop the Big Ten Conference. That is true right now with the Michigan … [Read more...] about State of Michigan Nearing Top of Week 6 Big Ten Power Rankings
Michigan Basketball’s Wolf-Goldin Duo Hard to Stop
The Michigan Wolverines have already showcased why they can compete in the Big Ten this season. Sure, they’ve had up-and-down guard play thus far, but Michigan basketball is in a perfect situation in their frontcourt. The “twin-towers” of Danny Wolf and Vlad Golden are already proving to be a duo to fear. Wolf already showed that the minute he hit the floor, he was ready to be … [Read more...] about Michigan Basketball’s Wolf-Goldin Duo Hard to Stop
Big Ten Power Rankings: Who Are the Contenders and Pretenders
Feast Week provided plenty of opportunity for teams in the Big Ten to prove themselves. Many took advantage, but some struggled. Indiana once again proved they are hard to take seriously after a rough trip to the Bahamas. As for Purdue, Wisconsin, and the Oregon Ducks, they are proving to be the contenders thus far. One thing is for sure this week’s Big Ten power rankings are … [Read more...] about Big Ten Power Rankings: Who Are the Contenders and Pretenders
Jase Richardson Emerging As Go-To Scorer for Michigan State
Michigan State basketball has had plenty of alpha-dog players in its history. Just think Magic Johnson, Mateen Cleaves, Cassius Winston, Steve Smith. Some would say Jason Richardson was an alpha-type player in his day. Now his son Jase Richardson wears the green and white, and he looks ready to be that alpha dog for Tom Izzo. Most probably expected Richardson to start slowly … [Read more...] about Jase Richardson Emerging As Go-To Scorer for Michigan State
Big Ten Power Rankings: A Very Important Feast Week
It’s not only Feast Week in college basketball, it’s going to be a week of tests for the Big Ten. Last week saw plenty of up-and-down play in the Big Ten, and this week’s conference power rankings heavily reflect that. After Purdue looked like one of the top five teams in the country after defeating Alabama, they fell apart on the road and suffered their first loss. Illinois … [Read more...] about Big Ten Power Rankings: A Very Important Feast Week