Live from the Thriller Dome
And somehow, I'm not sure "Thriller" is really an accurate description today. Maybe we should go back to Alexander Memorial Coliseum instead.
I'm sure plenty of State fans are viewing this game as one that the Wolfpack "should" win. State's 8-2 in the conference, while Tech is 2-8, in the throes of an eight-game losing streak.
But - and I don't want to sound too much like I'm parroting Herb here - those records can be deceiving. What if Bennerman doesn't hit that 3 at Clemson? What if Va Tech's tip-in doesn't go in against the Yellow Jackets.
During the ACC season there are any number of tiny events that have an enormous impact on the bottom lines of each team in the league. Imagine if Sean Dockery's 40-footer hadn't gone in against the Hokies. Would Duke be seen as clearly head and shoulders above the rest of the league? Would the Hokies be struggling along at 3-7 in the conference?
All of which is a very roundabout way of saying I wouldn't be stunned if Tech pulls the upset today.
Then again, I wouldn't be suprised if State jumps out to an early double-digit lead and cruises the rest of the way. Tech's confidence is that fragile. And State's is that strong.
So there you have it. I've said alot without really giving you anything to hold on to. Maybe these coaches are starting to rub off on me.