It’s been a great ride sitting shotgun in the Connecticut bandwagon, and there still is time to jump on. The Huskies have won eight in a row and are carrying enough confidence to take down John Wooden’s Bruins. They don’t think they can be stopped, and their star player has proven he can’t be.
In discussing Kemba Walker’s play following Thursday’s win over San Diego state, emerging freshman, and much-needed wingman, Jeremy Lamb summed it up best: “I’m still amazed by stuff he does, but I’m not surprised.” Agreed.
The same could be said for Arizona forward Derrick Williams. Though he has been spectacular, forgetting the team’s 19-2 run to finish off Duke, the Wildcats have been an inconsistent team that likely would have been eliminated by Texas if not for a referee’s fast five-second count last week.
At 5-0 when backing UConn, we can’t go against Kemba now. He has proven he can be depended on like a family member. And I have listened to Michael Corleone enough to know to not ever take sides against the family. Don’t pull a Fredo. Stay loyal to the Huskies (-3).
Also, stay with our other Sweet 16 pick and take the Gators (-3), who finally are finding their groove, to pull out a tough battle against Butler.
Record: 17-5-1
Last night: Richmond (-10½), Ohio State (-5 ½)
