Coming Together Louisville,Ky – Rick Pitino saw all the signs of a team in trouble following a couple of early-season losses, though his Louisville Cardinals have been staggered by fall setbacks before.
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Unstoppable Los Angeles,Ca – A scary injury to a finger on his shooting hand didn’t stop Kobe Bryant from leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a victory over one of the best teams in the NBA.
Jeklly And Hyde Portland,Or – The Cleveland Cavaliers have opened the season with the longest undefeated home start in franchise history, but they’ve played like a much different team on the road lately.
Old Friends New York,N.Y. – A familiar face ruined Mike D’Antoni’s return to Phoenix last month. That same player has a lot to prove when he meets his former coach for the second time.
Tough Job Ahead Raleigh,N.C – If Clemson hopes to avoid consecutive losses, it must win where it’s never won.
Diffucult Oppennent Winston Salem,N.C – If the Demon Deacons want to hold the nation’s highest ranking for longer, they first need to get by an opponent that has proved troublesome over the last couple of years.
Lighting It Up Storrs,Cn – Jeff Adrien has had his way in the paint over the past few games, recording three consecutive double-doubles to help Connecticut get through a lighter portion of its Big East slate.
Defensive Problems Miami,Fl – When leading after two periods, the Dallas Stars have consistently been able to close out games this season. Until recently, that is.
Great Start Toronto,On – The first half of the season has gone as well as the Boston Bruins could have imagined, but there’s no question the club is happy to see it end.
Road Troubles New York,N.Y. – Although the road hasn’t been kind to the Anaheim Ducks lately, the one venue they should be thrilled to visit is Nassau Coliseum.