https://hoosierhuddle.com/2026/03/10/iu-basketball-fan-bubble-rooting-guide-what-can-help-iu/
I'll update this as things come up.
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It would be nice when/if we could finally be at a point on March 10 that we wouldn't have to count on 13 teams to lose in order for us to make the tournament. My Lord
It would be nice when/if we could finally be at a point on March 10 that we wouldn't have to count on 13 teams to lose in order for us to make the tournament. My Lord
I cannot believe they still have us in. It really isn't very hard to get in is it.
@arioznahoosier4554 nobody on the bubble is getting the key win. They just keep losing.
OK... if we get past NW tonight... I'll officially be excited to watch the IU/PU game tomorrow. Despite all the negative thoughts, a Purdue game that has tournament implications, is worth getting excited about. The chance to beat Purdue, and further erode their confidence, is worth getting excited about. And then that win would give us a very good chance at an at large bid, and an opportunity for revenge against Nebraska.
After listening to Don Fisher and Scott Dolson, and now seeing the path that's presenting itself and hearing various bracketologists giving IU a legit chance to make it. I'm officially turning the TV back on. I'm sure that means they'll lay an egg and lose tonight... ha ha.
And for those that need the negative stuff... Practically, I don't think we'll beat Purdue, if we even beat NW. I don't think the fellas have it in them to sustain enough solid play to win 2 games. Buuut... it is interesting again, and worth watching.
I updated the rooting guide and added channel assignments as well. We all have our thoughts on the IUBB season and most of them are in the disappointed category, but the bubble is so weak IU has a shot. We'll keep updating as the day goes on. If I missed a game, let me know and I'll add it.
@iunorth I don't think we have anyone who can match up with TKR. He killed us at Mackey.
@redandrowdy We matched up just fine with him in Bloomington. I think the bigger problem is trying to limit guys like he and Cluff, without giving up a ton of open 3s. When guys like Loyer, Cox, etc... get going, that's when we have zero chance against Purdue.
Their defense was more than inspired in the game at Mackey... but its been fairly pedestrian in many other games, including the Bloomington game. I think if we win tonight, it'll be a decent game. Overall, Painter has been solid in the BTT, so I'm not predicting a win. But I would be surprised if it isn't a competitive game.
Gotta beat Northwestern first, before you even spend a minute thinking about Purdue. I certainly hope that is the message that the team has received.
Hey guys, I was told on social media IUBB fans have to chill so...IDC
Anyway, yes IU can't overlook Northwestern. Need to win today before Purdue. However as fans, we have the luxury to look ahead with no impact on the game.
OK... if we get past NW tonight... I'll officially be excited to watch the IU/PU game tomorrow. Despite all the negative thoughts, a Purdue game that has tournament implications, is worth getting excited about. The chance to beat Purdue, and further erode their confidence, is worth getting excited about. And then that win would give us a very good chance at an at large bid, and an opportunity for revenge against Nebraska.
After listening to Don Fisher and Scott Dolson, and now seeing the path that's presenting itself and hearing various bracketologists giving IU a legit chance to make it. I'm officially turning the TV back on. I'm sure that means they'll lay an egg and lose tonight... ha ha.
And for those that need the negative stuff... Practically, I don't think we'll beat Purdue, if we even beat NW. I don't think the fellas have it in them to sustain enough solid play to win 2 games. Buuut... it is interesting again, and worth watching.
This team has never been interesting.