Brennan: Potential game vs MSU could be Do or Die.

[hawkmatt]

He seems to think Iowa has a good shot to get in with 2 wins. He's said it multiple times.

"Can Iowa make the tournament?

Iowa is probably the only source of real bubble intrigue heading into the Big Ten tournament. The Hawkeyes are a bit of a fringe bubble team at this point, thanks in large part to their horrid nonconference schedule, but they aren't totally out of it; a 9-9 record in this league will get you a look from the committee, ugly nonconference or not.

The Hawkeyes obviously have to beat Northwestern in the first round Thursday, which would set them up for a possible -- if not definite -- do-or-die bid game against Michigan State on Friday afternoon. "

Indiana Hoosiers aim for conference double at Big Ten tournament - college basketball - ESPN

 

[HawkBall33]

He seems to think Iowa has a good shot to get in with 2 wins. He's said it multiple times.

"Can Iowa make the tournament?

Iowa is probably the only source of real bubble intrigue heading into the Big Ten tournament. The Hawkeyes are a bit of a fringe bubble team at this point, thanks in large part to their horrid nonconference schedule, but they aren't totally out of it; a 9-9 record in this league will get you a look from the committee, ugly nonconference or not.

The Hawkeyes obviously have to beat Northwestern in the first round Thursday, which would set them up for a possible -- if not definite -- do-or-die bid game against Michigan State on Friday afternoon. "

Indiana Hoosiers aim for conference double at Big Ten tournament - college basketball - ESPN

Considering the game will start anywhere between 7:50 & 8:30p Friday night; then yeah, I guess it would be an afternoon game.

 

[hawkeyebob62]

Let's get past NW first...

 

[HawksMN]

OP I agree. Just give us a shot at Sparty.

 

[herkyattack]

Let's get past NW first...

Let the players worry about Northwestern. As fans it is our job to speculate. We have no bearing on the result of the game tomorrow. None.

 

[WindsorHawk]

Talking about what will happen if we beat Michigan State is fun and entertaining. Talking about what will happen against NW is boring. We win as expected or lose and are disappointed. There's no shame in losing to Michigan State and a win opens up all kinds of possibilities. I will watch the NW game and enjoy it but the highly anticipated and meaningful game is Michigan State. A win or loss against NW ends the same way...in the NIT.