One of the things that I love about college basketball is the unpredictability that happens because of the amazing passion that the players come out with.  And it can make for some incredible story lines.

Leading up to the game, all eyes were on whether or not Trey Burke – college player of the year – could lead the Wolverines against the incredible pressure defense.  Then, Burke gets two fouls relatively quickly – and reserve Spike Albrecht comes in.  Albrecht averages a little over 7 minutes and scores 1.8 points per game.  So, everyone has to expect that Spike would come out and hit 4 three pointers on the way to 17 points, leading the Wolverines to a 12 point lead.

But then, as the Cardinals did on Saturday, Louisville came charging back.  But was it Russ Smith – no.   The person who led the Cardinals back was reserve Luke Hancock – who hit four three pointers of his own to score 16 and bring the Cardinals back.

And so, after a crazy first half of runs, we are left with the Wolverines nursing a 1 point lead.  And if the first half is any sign, we can honestly say that anyone in a jersey could end up being the hero over the last 20 minutes of the season.  All I know is it should be a fun finish!!!!