California-Arizona State Men's Basketball Postgame Thread
by Avinash Kunnath on Feb 27, 2010 2:15 PM PST
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We'll have an official recap of the game as soon as possible. But for now, another dose of Five Questions.
1. I want to __________.
2. Photo that best describes how you feel about this game.
3. The best moment of the game was when ____________.
4. Play of the game was ______________.
5. Talk about what you'll miss the most from each of these seniors.
a) Christopher
b) Randle
c) Robertson
d) Boykin
e) Knezevic
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We’ll have an official recap of the game as soon as possible. But for now, another dose of Five Questions.
1. I want to be in Berkeley. Right now.
2. Photo that best describes how you feel about this game.
3. The best moment of the game was when Jorge came in in the second half and just lifted the entire team with energy. Either that or cutting down the nets. I’m going with cutting down the nets.
4. Play of the game was Jerome losing the ball, MSF snatching it out of the air, and rifling a pass to a cutting Jorge with the high off the glass layup AND 1.
5. Talk about what you’ll miss the most from each of these seniors.
a) Christopher – Hammer time on the alley-oops and a shoe collection
b) Randle – 30 foot 3 pointers and that funky behind the back move
c) Robertson – just solid solid solid solid play. Smart, heady, low mistake, high upside play.
d) Boykin – the 15 foot jumper. double digit rebounds from a 6’7" guy. Clever post moves.
e) Knezevic – A guy who has come up big at times, when asked. Sure he’s shot some boneheaded shots, or untimely turnovers, but when he lost his playing time, he still stayed with it. And he came up big locking down Dwight Lewis a couple of weeks ago.
by LeonPowe on Feb 27, 2010 2:24 PM PST reply actions 3 recs
Berkeley right now is awesome. Just got back home. High-fived Nikola at the Bear’s Lair and congratulated Amoke when I ran into him coming out of Bear Basics (T-Shirt Orgy).
So, basically, you gotta Go Bears!
It was awesome!
"But it only takes five future unabombers to take what should be a 400-comment thread and turn it into a 1,200-comment one full of anger… anger I suspect has more to do with the fact that they can’t land the hot chick rather than the fact that we signed Aubrey Huff instead of gave Garko a chance after dealing away a supposedly valuable prospect for him." -mlb22
Read my Cal blog: http://since59.blogspot.com/ Go Bears!
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3. Best moment: Lets not forget Amoke’s monster block. We haven’t seen that since the Hardin days.
4. Play of the game: Glasser’s missed layup. Just a sign of how the day was for ASU. We weren’t going to be denied today and got a ton of breaks all day.
5.
a) Christopher – obviously his athleticism, but he’s just a good hearted guy and just very outgoing and easy to approach. Just a cool dude.
b) Randle – his confidence. I think of last yr’s game against Arizona where he gave Lute Olson a senior day to remember. Just appreciate how much he worked to become the player he is today from the player he was when he got here. That’s a ton of hours in the gym. Very impressed with this guy.
c) Robertson – his composure under pressure. Nothing gets to this guy and he always knocks down big big shots when he counts. Very dependable to his teammates and so unselfish.
d) Boykin – how he BRINGS IT every game. His PUMPED UP face and infectious energy. Most excited player even when he’s on the bench.
e) Knezevic – Michael Cera. How can you not miss him.
by nickle on Feb 27, 2010 2:28 PM PST reply actions 2 recs
Some notes from the ESPN National College basketball blog
Cal 62, Arizona State 46
BERKELEY, Calif. — Cal fans stormed the court amidst confetti, as the Bears clinched at least a share of the Pac-10 title for the first time in 50 years. Cal also gets the first seed in the conference tournament. Classy move by senior Jamal Boykin, who didn’t join the party on the court until going down the line to shake hands with Arizona State. The Bears then cut down the net.
Boykin was matched up against the taller Eric Boateng on defense, and it was a constant battle down low between the two Duke transfers and former roommates. They had a long hug after the game.
Just left hass
CALBEARS ARE FRIGGIN PAC10 CHAMPS
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by norcalnick on Feb 27, 2010 2:33 PM PST via mobile reply actions
3. Best Moment – Theo nailing the 3 to ice the game. You could see the happiness on his face.
4. Play of the game – Jorge’s behind the back pass 4 the bucket. He played a complete game today, playing tough D and creating offense coming off the bench. Love watching him work.
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I want
1. to go to Berkeley right now (worst moment to be home sick ever)
2. 
3. Best moment: Moments – i’d have to say that first or second shot clock violation. I don’t think i’ve ever seen the Bears that active on defense before.
4. Play of the game: I’d have to say a tie between Amoke’s block and Jorge’s jam. (my video froze during theo’s three).
5.
a) Christopher – I don’t think I’ve seen a smoother jumpshot. And oh, those alley-oops.
b) Randle – They should have centers try and guard him off the dribble for punishment. Absolutely unlimited range. And what a transformation from 07 to now.
c) Robertson – Never flashy, but he just goes out there and works hard both ends on the floor. Seems like he is always providing a big bucket, rebound, or assist somewhere.
d) Boykin – Nickle said it best: “His PUMPED UP face and infectious energy”. He’s always the first guy to run to the bench, and always the first off it to great teammates.
e) Knezevic – that behind the back lay-up.
by Ed Yevelev on Feb 27, 2010 2:58 PM PST reply actions 2 recs
That picture of Boykin captures it perfectly.
by atomsareenough on Feb 27, 2010 8:03 PM PST up reply actions
im sure he's
in the middle of a “You Know it” chant
Damn
Patrick Christopher shook my hand. I will never wash this hand again.
Also Tayshaun Prince walked by me after the game. Nican Robinson was dressed like a Poet Laureate. Jorge is as beautiful in person as he looks from the stands. Theo’s a shyster. Boykin looked like a prepster afterwards. Nikola was super pumped and high fiving the country. Jerome had a net around his neck.
I think we won something too.
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by Avinash Kunnath on Feb 27, 2010 3:44 PM PST reply actions
shyster??
Cooler than a Polar Bear's toenails.
by Thoroughbred on Feb 27, 2010 4:12 PM PST up reply actions
Yeah, he’s really quiet and chill. Just like his game.
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by Avinash Kunnath on Feb 27, 2010 4:39 PM PST up reply actions
A shyster (pronounced /ˈʃaɪstər/) is a slang word for someone who acts in a disreputable, unethical, or unscrupulous way, especially in the practice of law
ohhhhhh
Thaaaaaaaatttttssss why he was there haha
Things to Remember: Girls usually don't like it when you yell out "Beast Mode!" when switching to doggy style. - TFLN
Oh how I wish I could have been there. All those years of near misses and teams that didn’t play like TEAMS. If the talent we had under Lou and Braun and Bozeman had been coached as well as these guys, they would have won a title too. Did you see all the set plays? Did you see all the sharp passing inside the lane? Did you see the killer D? That’s coaching, cause buddha knows we don’t have a massive talent differential.
Those guys played one hell of a game. That first half was as good as you get in college ball. We then took their will away.
For all of you that were there, congratulations. I truly hope Avinash and others took some sweet pictures and hopefully some video of Monty up the ladder. The TV broadcast stopped at like Randle on the net.
Go Bears! Now, follow suit Football!
Such an awesome game, I’m speechless. Yelling my head off, and got to rub it in with about 25+ ASU fans sitting right in front of me. I’m soooooo happy!!
We gotta beat Stanfurd next Saturday.
Am I known as Cugel the Clever for nothing?
lol you were near them?
I only saw a couple of them, and when they tried to start a “defense” chant it was pathetic.
"But it only takes five future unabombers to take what should be a 400-comment thread and turn it into a 1,200-comment one full of anger… anger I suspect has more to do with the fact that they can’t land the hot chick rather than the fact that we signed Aubrey Huff instead of gave Garko a chance after dealing away a supposedly valuable prospect for him." -mlb22
Read my Cal blog: http://since59.blogspot.com/ Go Bears!
They filled two rows right next and below me, sec 28, rows 27 & 26. Honestly it made that victory all the sweeter to yell “Suck it ASU” at the top of my lungs after every point right at them.
Am I known as Cugel the Clever for nothing?
I saw the ASPoo fans you’re talking about.
You sir, are a great man.
by CaliforniaBone on Feb 27, 2010 11:19 PM PST up reply actions
1. I want to make sweet love to a fine young lady.
3. The best moment of the game was when the second half ended.
4. Play of the game was Randle → MSF → Jorge.
5. Talk about what you’ll miss the most from each of these seniors.
a) Christopher — his fashion sense above and below the rim (hope that taped up knee is ready for the Elite 8, LBJ Jr!)
b) Randle — the assassinations… everything!
c) Robertson — clutch shots, calm delivery, seems very intelligent
d) Boykin — always has his teammates’ backs, tremendous games down the stretch, good fella
e) Knezevic — random bankshot threes against UCLA, USC
I say we retire all their jerseys!
Cooler than a Polar Bear's toenails.
by Thoroughbred on Feb 27, 2010 4:19 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
Hey...
We’ve got to change the California Golden Blogs tag to “PAC 10 Champs!”
by BlackandOldGold on Feb 27, 2010 4:29 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
Sweetest day ever
I was there, my first game all year. I have video of the players cutting down the nets. Awesome. Just got home
"But it only takes five future unabombers to take what should be a 400-comment thread and turn it into a 1,200-comment one full of anger… anger I suspect has more to do with the fact that they can’t land the hot chick rather than the fact that we signed Aubrey Huff instead of gave Garko a chance after dealing away a supposedly valuable prospect for him." -mlb22
Read my Cal blog: http://since59.blogspot.com/ Go Bears!
Students rushed the court!?
It had always been my dream to rush the field or court after clinching the Pac-10 in football or basketball :(
GO BEARS!
In other words, Go Bears!
it was like butter on warm french toast……
Things to Remember: Girls usually don't like it when you yell out "Beast Mode!" when switching to doggy style. - TFLN
I've been very lucky my freshman year
Great moments wise. Though our football team failed to live up to its preseason hype, the rushing of the field against Arizona and especially Stanford were fantastic moments. This tops them all though, given what was at stake.
Jack "The Must, Just has no Rust, ain't no Bust, after him the ladies Lust, turns pitchers into Dust, likes his pizza with no Crust" Cust
FrankCohen, I am not sure whether I think you’re lucky, or if I kind of feel sorry for you.
You do realize it’s not always like this, right? That being a Cal fan, over time, is hard? That you will, through the years, cry many hot salty tears of frustration and anguish?
I can’t even imagine how awesome it would have been to win something when I was in school. I am deeply, deeply jealous. Enjoy. Savor every moment. And make the celebration doubly epic, realizing that it isn’t always going to feel like this.
Serious, just keep coming to the games. It’s not always like this, and I’d like Cohen to understand that.
But I don’t ever want to wish him the anguish and frustration Cal fans have almost made it seem like it’s a ritual to go through to make establish yourself as a ‘true’ fan. Just understand all the work that had to get to this moment and enjoy it while it lasts. Might be another 50 yrs.
The University of California Golden Bears Men's Basketball team is Conference Champion!
The last time I was able to say that, I was not able to say that, because I was only nine months old. GO BEARS!
And my answer to Question 1 is: I want to run through Ohio Bear’s house screaming!
Snobby Chick - Senior Division
My 4-year old...
…was chanting “Pac-10 champs” this afternoon. And running through the house. Wonder who taught him that?
I am a Vereenian.
Go Bears!
It was great to see all that celebration afterward, with it being Senior Day and all. With the next game being against Stanfurd (so it’s a big rival game no matter what), I’m not as worried that we might lose focus. Watching on TV, the confetti and net cutting looks crazy fun (I totally wish I was there as well) given the Cal sports history.
I’m totally enjoying this moment and I’m glad this group of Seniors were able to accomplish this.
by LEastCoastBears on Feb 27, 2010 5:07 PM PST reply actions
It was great being there
"But it only takes five future unabombers to take what should be a 400-comment thread and turn it into a 1,200-comment one full of anger… anger I suspect has more to do with the fact that they can’t land the hot chick rather than the fact that we signed Aubrey Huff instead of gave Garko a chance after dealing away a supposedly valuable prospect for him." -mlb22
Read my Cal blog: http://since59.blogspot.com/ Go Bears!
Pac-10 Champs!
This game killed me to watch. I finally got the teething baby to fall asleep on my chest, so I couldn’t yell or scream at the tv. Instead, I had to gesture frantically at my wife who would look up from her computer and give a lackluster, “Go Bears?”
1. I want to see the Bears go on an epic run deep into the Big Dance.
2. Jorge’s dunk would be a great pic.
3. The best moment of the game was when time expired. Old cynical Blue here. I’ve seen us blow waaaay too many leads. Post-game, I must admit to having some contact lens trouble when I saw them cutting down the nets.
4. Play of the game was Jorge’s hard foul on Boateng that led to two missed free throws. Our D gave them nothing easy from that point on and we steadily built our lead thanks to Boateng going 0-4 at the line. In fact, I don’t think he scored any significant baskets from there on.
5. Talk about what you’ll miss the most from each of these seniors.
a) Christopher – The step-back J is pretty darn sweet when it’s on.
b) Randle – 3’s from just inside half court that make you say “No…no…no…YES!”
c) Robertson – Boxing out on rebounds despite being undersized and lacking in great hops
d) Boykin – The footwork and pump-fakes on his post-up moves.
e) Knezevic – I love seeing him at the end of the game…because it means we probably have a big lead and are gonna win. Sorry, John Michael.
Go Bears! Gotta crush the ’furds.
Boateng never really did anything
after that early hook shot or whatever it was, he did nothing but miss free throws.
"But it only takes five future unabombers to take what should be a 400-comment thread and turn it into a 1,200-comment one full of anger… anger I suspect has more to do with the fact that they can’t land the hot chick rather than the fact that we signed Aubrey Huff instead of gave Garko a chance after dealing away a supposedly valuable prospect for him." -mlb22
Read my Cal blog: http://since59.blogspot.com/ Go Bears!
I have it
I don’t know if I’ll get it up tonight though:(
"But it only takes five future unabombers to take what should be a 400-comment thread and turn it into a 1,200-comment one full of anger… anger I suspect has more to do with the fact that they can’t land the hot chick rather than the fact that we signed Aubrey Huff instead of gave Garko a chance after dealing away a supposedly valuable prospect for him." -mlb22
Read my Cal blog: http://since59.blogspot.com/ Go Bears!
My blog has the recap in case you need something you need to read until they get one up (check out my sig for link)
"But it only takes five future unabombers to take what should be a 400-comment thread and turn it into a 1,200-comment one full of anger… anger I suspect has more to do with the fact that they can’t land the hot chick rather than the fact that we signed Aubrey Huff instead of gave Garko a chance after dealing away a supposedly valuable prospect for him." -mlb22
Read my Cal blog: http://since59.blogspot.com/ Go Bears!
Game was awesome!!!
Haas was absolutely ROCKIN’. The student section brought it to, and I loved rushing the court. High-fived PC, Nikola, Theo, and did I little side version of the chest bump (hip bump?) to Brandon Smith. They were all pumped as hell, as was I! Great moment I will never forget! Go Bears!
Jack "The Must, Just has no Rust, ain't no Bust, after him the ladies Lust, turns pitchers into Dust, likes his pizza with no Crust" Cust
You called it Frank: winning it on Senior Day and rushing the court. Thank God you only called it hypothetically!
Snobby Chick - Senior Division
Does anybody know
who was the face that was held up while ASU was shooting free throws?
"But it only takes five future unabombers to take what should be a 400-comment thread and turn it into a 1,200-comment one full of anger… anger I suspect has more to do with the fact that they can’t land the hot chick rather than the fact that we signed Aubrey Huff instead of gave Garko a chance after dealing away a supposedly valuable prospect for him." -mlb22
Read my Cal blog: http://since59.blogspot.com/ Go Bears!
that one axe committee guy
who has that vicious staredown
Jack "The Must, Just has no Rust, ain't no Bust, after him the ladies Lust, turns pitchers into Dust, likes his pizza with no Crust" Cust
I thought it was him
Sweet! I’m guessing you were in the student section?
"But it only takes five future unabombers to take what should be a 400-comment thread and turn it into a 1,200-comment one full of anger… anger I suspect has more to do with the fact that they can’t land the hot chick rather than the fact that we signed Aubrey Huff instead of gave Garko a chance after dealing away a supposedly valuable prospect for him." -mlb22
Read my Cal blog: http://since59.blogspot.com/ Go Bears!
Yeah
Awesome environment in Haas….where were you sitting?
Jack "The Must, Just has no Rust, ain't no Bust, after him the ladies Lust, turns pitchers into Dust, likes his pizza with no Crust" Cust
Unforgettable senior class
1. I want to bottle this feeling and keep it going for another month (Sweet 16 baby!).
2. pass
3. The best moment of the game was when I got high fives from Jamal, Theo and Jerome as they left the court.
4. Plays of the game were the clutch rebounding and passing that led to the big lead.
5. Talk about what you’ll miss the most from each of these seniors.
a) Christopher – The high flying dunks and great nature.
b) Randle – long distance threes and the way he puts the team on his back
c) Robertson – steady, fundamental and the marksmanship
d) Boykin – hustle, enthusiasm and toughness
e) Knezevic – quick smile and contributions when we least expect it (AZ, USC)
I’m going to miss this senior class…
From the espn.com Pac-10 blog
Plus video of Monty addressing the Haas crowd after the game
Cal has fielded teams with more talent, but no team had won a conference championship since Pete Newell’s Bears took the Athletic Association of Western Universities title in 1960.
With the win, the 20-9 Bears also clinched the top seed in the Pac-10 tournament and have hopes of making an NCAA tournament run.
"This team can accomplish so much," Boykin said. "All the feelings will kick in when this season is over."
Montgomery declared that the Pac-10 was not a one-bid league, stopping short of saying the conference crown should give the Bears at least an at-large berth into the NCAA tournament.
"Not too concerned about that," Montgomery said. "Other people make that decision. They can’t take this away.
"To me, the conference championship is the crown jewel. It’s the thing that means the most."
I am a Vereenian.
I totally agree that the conference championship is much more important than the tournament. We are Pac-10 Champions. That means something. Getting into the tournament is very nice, but a second round game or even a Sweet 16 is not an achievement to brag about forever. The conference championship is.
Snobby Chick - Senior Division
Good news everybody!
Oregon St. won today, putting them into 7th in the conference. If they can win one game next week (at home against the Washington schools) they won’t be in the play in game to face Cal! Currently WSU and Oregon would play for the right to face Cal, although if we beat Stanfurd that could knock them down into the play-in game.
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Awesome Experience
What a day in what is probably my last Cal sporting event I attend as a student. The raucous atmosphere and storming of the court and high-fiving the players was just incredible. I’m so happy right now!
Cal baseball is fun AND free for students
you should definitely check it out, although it’s understandable if you want this to be your final Cal sports moment as a student. But I’m sure CGB will have separate posts discussing that.
For now, we can just enjoy the moment.
video from after game
I’m sure there are many better versions of the post-game net cutting celebration, but I uploaded what I got from my phone: here if anyone is interested…
(sorry for the shakiness, i was a little excited)
by LeConteisMyHome on Feb 27, 2010 10:40 PM PST reply actions
Nothin' short of AWESOME !!!
1. I want to kiss Jerome Randle.
3. The best moment of the game was when Nikola K. came into the game, ’cause then you know Monty knew it was over.
4. Play of the game was Jorge’s acrobatic “and one” shot. When those fall, you know it’s your night.
MAN I wish I was in Berkeley. KUDOS to the crowd not only did you sell out, not only were you loud, but you also stormed the court. This is good practice for football season so people now know what it takes to be a good home field 12th man. Just curious, did the alumni also make noise? On TV it seemed like EVERYONE was, but hard to say.
I'd like to smell the Roses before I die.
Alumni got into it definitely, I think it helped keep it loud that there was a mixed crowd of young and old alumni throughout the stands, it was a pretty engaging game and hard not to be excited throughout…
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