These are for the remaining regular season. Last year, my predictions were made following the Vanderbilt game, and I was only off about two games, as I remember. This year is a little more challenging to pick. Our schedule is a little more manageable, but there are concerns about free throw and field goal shooting. To be blunt, it has been outrageous. Scoring has been done by only about 2 or 3 players—no bench points to speak of. There is a weak inside game, so scoring must come from the perimeter, and this has been a sore spot. There are some severe issues with foul trouble. Some of our best players from last year have moved on, and a void has been left. We counted heavily on some new players, but only one has proven himself so far. At times, the defense is stellar. At other times, porus. Two players we were hoping to be able to participate this year will most likely not see. If the Eagles can turn the miscues around and start playing basketball, this is my prediction...
12 and 10