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Sep 1, 2023 · Wrong again, a basketball is much lighter than the basket and its supports, so when long shots arrive at the basket with greater velocity (when shot in a normal way, w/o extreme arch), they …

Jan 1, 2026 · Welcome to the Illini Women's Basketball Thread :illinois: Schedule | Tickets | Roster Illini Women's Basketball 2025-2026 (16-6, 6-5) Date Opponent Result Tue, Nov 4 SEMO W 91-67 Sun, …

Feb 4, 2026 · I'm far more optimistic having broken multiple fingers as a HS soph. Got spun around going up for a layup and ran into the pad behind the basket hard enough I broke 2 fingers on my right …

Mar 23, 2026 · Still in the game. In the next 2 minute span they hit 4 consecutive 3's while we had 1 2pt basket. The lead went from 46-37 to 58-39. We played them even the rest of the way. That 2 minutes …

Mar 21, 2026 · They were in control most of the game. Officiating was a bit suspect but they didn't let that affect them. Colorado had 1 foul in the first half. Really dislike the officials ignoring so much …

Mar 19, 2026 · blackdog Champaign Mirkovic carrying us through the first half while everyone else figured it out. Also how awesome is it for AJ to get an NCAA tournament basket?

Feb 19, 2026 · It’s true that Michigan is more athletic, but we are big enough and physical enough to wedge them under the basket and then chase the long rebounds. Click to expand... Both teams …

Mar 27, 2026 · We need to shoot the ball better but I love that coach has changed up offense by getting to the basket. We need Andrej in the lineup that kid has a nose for the basket! Opponents continue …

Feb 6, 2026 · Why do we not have any wacky waving balloon men behind the basket? I think you mean Wacky Wild Inflatable Arm Flailing Tube Men.