My brackets are like Obama's bowling, if you catch my drift. Final 4 intact, but not much else happening.

But, lemme say some stuff about Cleveland State's effort today.

The fatal flaw of the Vikings is consistent outside shooting. Oh, did that show up today. But they did have that one run when they cut it to 4 points in the second half and I thought they might overcome that. But, no-o-o-o.

In comparing the two games this weekend, it was obvious that mid-level Horizon League teams played better defense against CSU than Wake. Today, they played a team that actually played defense. Early open looks did not fall for CSU and then Arizona's zone really kicked in. By the time CSU figured it out halfway through the second half and got close, their shooting took another nosedive.

After hitting their first three 3's for a 9-0 lead on Friday, CSU shot only 3-12 the rest of the way on threes. Plus, they allowed Wake to shoot over 50% for the game. Today, Arizona shot 50%.

Today's assist total was (gulp!) three! OK, a function of poor shooting but a lot of their scoring today was guys having to create shots on their own. That Arizona zone defense presented them with many issues.

The two areas that CSU actually did well at Miami were rebounding and turnovers. Today, the deficit was only 3 at 33-30 with CSU doubling Arizona's offensive rebounds, 12-6. Against Arizona, CSU only turned it over 11 times. Against Wake, they trailed in rebounds 33-32 and they only turned it over 6 times. Even points in the paint totals were a wash in both games.

So, it's on to next season! Arizona beats CSU, , concluding a most fun year following the Vikings.

Meal of Links

This may turn out to be a great time for cheaper dining. New dining ideas seem to be the rage.

Most controversial films of all time. Yep, the ones you'd thought would be on here, are on here. (Probably NSFW).

Why advertising is failing on the Internet. I know I rarely click on an ad. Mostly by mistake when it does happen.

Exercise Yard

The NFL is considering moving the timing of the NFL Draft. Well, not only that, but the timing of the entire offseason schedule. Combine, Senior Bowl, Free Agency, etc.

Visitor

None. It's March Madness, baby!