Mid-Major Madness - Mid-Major Madness Television: February Heats Up This Saturday"So what are they going to call it? NonPower5Madness.com?"https://cdn.vox-cdn.com/community_logos/50397/midmajor-fav.png2014-02-01T18:46:00-08:00http://www.midmajormadness.com/rss/stream/51318732014-02-01T18:46:00-08:002014-02-01T18:46:00-08:00Live Stream: Gonzaga Faces Down San Francisco
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<p>When you look at the results for Gonzaga this season, it is difficult to tell what to think of the Bulldogs. We get a chance to watch them here again as they take on San Francisco.</p> <p>Thanks to <a href="http://thew.tv/">theW.tv</a>, we are pleased to bring you this live stream of Saturday's West Coast Conference game between the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-basketball/teams/gonzaga-bulldogs">Gonzaga Bulldogs</a> and the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-basketball/teams/san-francisco-dons">San Francisco Dons</a>.</p>
<p>What do we think of Gonzaga? It is a tough call to say whether this team is among one of the great ones that have stalked the floor in Spokane.</p>
<p>The record sits at 19-3, but the losses look odd in some ways. Kansas State was not looking good at the time of the game. That loss looks much better now. Dayton was flying high, but now has struggled. And then there was the loss to Portland.</p>
<p>The WCC has been tougher than expected for the Bulldogs, with the loss to the Pilots of all teams, and then close calls against San Diego and Santa Clara. Meanwhile, the games that were supposed to be hard haven't been with easy wins against St. Mary's and BYU.</p>
<p>So what do you think of these Bulldogs? Are they just ripe for another upset, this time at the hands of San Francisco, a team succeeding somewhat unexpectedly? Find out here at 7 p.m. Pacific with our live stream.</p>
https://www.midmajormadness.com/2014/2/1/5369178/live-stream-gonzaga-bulldogs-san-francisco-dons-wccBenjamin Miraski2014-02-01T15:45:02-08:002014-02-01T15:45:02-08:00Live Stream: Rhode Island Travels to Fordham
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<p>Rhode Island and Fordham have struggled to get wins in the Atlantic 10 this season. Can they change that Saturday when they are featured in our live streams?</p> <p>Thanks to the<a href="http://www.campusinsiders.com/network/a10"> Atlantic 10 Network powered by Campus Insiders</a>, we are pleased to bring you this live stream of Saturday's game between the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-basketball/teams/rhode-island-rams">Rhode Island Rams</a> and the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-basketball/teams/fordham-rams">Fordham Rams</a>.</p>
<p>Rhode Island will take their experienced attack to Fordham to hope to score another win in the Atlantic 10, something that has been hard for both teams to come by this season.</p>
<p>But the stars for Rhode Island have been there, doing what they do best despite the results. <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-basketball/players/124208/gilvydas-biruta">Gilvydas Biruta</a> has been the man on the glass this season for the Rams, while the offense has been handled quite well by <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-basketball/players/145973/t-j-buchanan">T.J. Buchanan</a>. The junior has combined strong passing ability with an uncanny ability to get to the line.</p>
<p>On Fordham's side, it is freshman <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-basketball/players/228779/jon-severe">Jon Severe</a> who leads the way. He made out list of one of the top freshman in the country so far, although very few have probably seen him at work.</p>
<p>Can he help lead the Rams of Fordham to a second win in Atlantic 10 play? Find out here at 7 p.m. Eastern.</p>
https://www.midmajormadness.com/2014/2/1/5369124/live-stream-rhode-island-rams-fordham-rams-atlantic-10Benjamin Miraski2014-02-01T14:45:02-08:002014-02-01T14:45:02-08:00Live Stream: Lions, Waves Meet Up in Malibu
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<p>Pepperdine and Loyola Marymount are two teams trying to get back on track in the West Coast Conference. The Lions and Waves will tip-off tonight live here on Mid-Major Madness.</p> <p>Two teams in desperate need of a win will tip-off at 3 PM Pacific this afternoon in Malibu. Loyola Marymount has been in free-fall and have just a 3-7 mark in West Coast Conference play. The <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-basketball/teams/pepperdine-waves">Pepperdine Waves</a> have dropped two straight and are looking to get over .500 in the conference.</p>
<p>Loyola Marymount's Anthony Ireland is now second in the WCC in scoring and assists with 18.6 points and 5.6 assists. The senior guard is also averaging 4 rebounds per contest. His freshman runningmate <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-basketball/players/231839/evan-payne">Evan Payne</a> is also having an impressive season with 14.6 points per game.</p>
<p>Pepperdine is coming off of losses to St. Mary's and Pacific, and the Waves currently stand 5-5 in the conference. <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-basketball/players/177447/stacy-davis">Stacy Davis</a> is averaging 14.7 points and 7.8 rebounds per game, while <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-basketball/players/99679/brendan-lane">Brendan Lane</a> is averaging 13.9 points and 7.5 boards a night.</p>
<p>We'll have this afternoon's game for you live on Mid-Major Madness thanks to theW.tv.</p>
https://www.midmajormadness.com/2014/2/1/5368688/live-stream-loyola-marymount-faces-off-against-pepperdineBenjamin Miraski2014-02-01T12:45:03-08:002014-02-01T12:45:03-08:00Live Stream: Rolling San Diego Faces Pacific
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<p>San Diego has had a string of five games that should have the entire WCC taking notice of the Toreros. Can they keep rolling when Pacific comes to town?</p> <p>Thanks to<a href="http://thew.tv/"> theW.tv</a>, we are pleased to bring you this live stream of Saturday's WCC game between the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-basketball/teams/san-diego-toreros">San Diego Toreros</a> and the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-basketball/teams/pacific-tigers">Pacific Tigers</a>.</p>
<p>Just one week ago, this game might have gone unnoticed by almost everyone but the most diehard WCC fans. But over the past seven days, San Diego has done some damage within the conference.</p>
<p>First it was taking down Portland after the Pilots won a three overtime game against BYU. Then it was defeating St. Mary's, the team hanging in second place in the conference.</p>
<p>But it wasn't just beating St. Mary's. It was <a href="http://www.midmajormadness.com/2014/1/30/5363506/san-diego-rolls-saint-marys-61-43">totally dominating St. Mary's</a>.</p>
<p>And let's not forget that this San Diego squad almost took out San Francisco and Gonzaga, losing the two games by a total of five points.</p>
<p>There should be no one overlooking San Diego at this point in the season, because the Toreros suddenly look very dangerous in any one-and-done tournament, say like the one coming up in March in Las Vegas.</p>
<p>Can they keep up the winning streak? Find out when the Toreros host Pacific at 1 p.m. Pacific.</p>
https://www.midmajormadness.com/2014/2/1/5368574/live-stream-surprising-san-diego-hosts-pacific-in-wcc-matchupBenjamin Miraski2014-02-01T12:30:02-08:002014-02-01T12:30:02-08:00Live Stream: Duquesne and La Salle Meet in Philly
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<p>Duquesne and La Salle are two different teams streaking in the opposite direction. Can Duquesne continue to build their win streak or La Salle get their season back on track?</p> <p>I don't think anyone would have thought that Duquesne would be the team rolling into Philadelphia today sporting a two game winning streak, while La Salle would be in the middle of a three game skid. Both teams are looking for a leg up in crowded middle pack in the Atlantic 10.</p>
<p>Duquesne has been better than expected this year and is 2-4 in the Atlantic 10 after taking down Saint Bonaventure in their last conference game. The Dukes slipped by NJIT on the road earlier this week in a rare out-of-conference game this late in the season. Ovie Soko has been "the guy" in Pittsburgh and he is now averaging 18.2 points and 7.5 rebounds, both of which rank second in the A10.</p>
<p>La Salle has dropped three straight conference games. The Explorers offense went missing against George Washington and Saint Bonaventure when they averaged just 49 points in those two games. La Salle did have a good opportunity to knock off VCU last week in Gola Arena, but lost 97-89 in double overtime.</p>
<p>We'll have tip-off for you live on Mid-Major Madness at 4 PM thanks to the Atlantic 10 Network presented by Campus Insiders.</p>
https://www.midmajormadness.com/videos/2014/2/1/5367858/live-stream-duquesne-looks-to-stay-hot-at-la-salleParks Smith2014-02-01T10:45:03-08:002014-02-01T10:45:03-08:00Live Stream: Lafayette Looks for 1st Win vs. Navy
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<p>Lafayette was expected to be near the top of the conference this season. Instead they are looking up at everyone and still trying to find that first win in the league.</p> <p>Thanks to the<a href="http://www.campusinsiders.com/network/patriot_league"> Patriot League Network powered by Campus Insiders</a>, we are pleased to bring you this live stream of Saturday's game between the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-basketball/teams/lafayette-leopards">Lafayette Leopards</a> and the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-basketball/teams/navy-midshipmen">Navy Midshipmen</a>.</p>
<p>It is a little sad that when you look at the Lafayette page on ESPN, the top article is one from 180 days ago. The teaser reads that the Leopards could contend for the Patriot League title if they solved their point guard woes.</p>
<p>Oh woe, woe, woe are the Leopards, who have bigger problems than contending right now. They are still searching for their first conference win as they play their 10th game in the league. That isn't just a point guard issue. That is a whole, painful issue, centering around their inability to stop anyone in the conference.</p>
<p>The point guard issue? Not there, as freshman <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-basketball/players/230951/nick-lindner">Nick Lindner</a> has been pretty solid in that role for the Leopards.</p>
<p>So will the first win come against Navy? We will find out when the game tips at 2 p.m. Eastern right here.</p>
https://www.midmajormadness.com/2014/2/1/5368106/live-stream-lafayette-leopards-patriot-league-navy-midshipmentBenjamin Miraski2014-02-01T10:45:03-08:002014-02-01T10:45:03-08:00Live Stream: Bucknell and Colgate Battle on Boards
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<p>Bucknell excels in rebounding at one end of the floor, but the story isn't the same at the other end of the court. So what will happen when they go against a team that isn't going to miss for them?</p> <p>Thanks to the <a href="http://www.campusinsiders.com/network/patriot_league">Patriot League Network powered by Campus Insiders</a>, we are pleased to bring you this live stream of Saturday's game between the <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-basketball/teams/bucknell-bison" class="sbn-auto-link">Bucknell Bison</a> and the Colgate Raiders.</p>
<p>Here is a weird stat for you: Bucknell is one of the worst offensive rebounding teams in the Patriot League. Out of 10 teams, they are eighth, grabbing just 26.7 percent of their chances.</p>
<p>But move to the other end of the floor and you have a different story. They clean up on the defensive glass, allowing opponents just 24.4 percent of the chances.</p>
<p>Why would this be? Size. Bucknell is one of the smallest teams in the country, and they don't contend for the offensive second chances. Imagine saying that during any of the last four seasons when a certain Moose was in the middle. But at the other end, they set up and have great looks at the ball.</p>
<p>So will this one-and-done offense mean that the Bison are in trouble against Colgate: one of the best shooting teams in the league, who won't leave a lot for Bucknell to clean? We will see here at 2 p.m. Eastern.</p>
https://www.midmajormadness.com/2014/2/1/5368062/live-stream-bucknell-bison-colgate-raiders-patriot-leagueBenjamin Miraski2014-02-01T09:46:00-08:002014-02-01T09:46:00-08:00Live Stream: Lehigh Fights Tough BU Squad
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<p>Boston University won the highly anticipated showdown with Army earlier this week. Can they keep pace in the league when Lehigh comes to town?</p> <p>Thanks to the <a href="http://www.campusinsiders.com/network/patriot_league">Patriot League Network powered by Campus Insiders</a>, we are pleased to bring you a live stream of Saturday's game between the <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-basketball/teams/lehigh-mountain-hawks" class="sbn-auto-link">Lehigh Mountain Hawks</a> and the Boston University Terriers.</p>
<p>The thing that has held Lehigh back this season hasn't bee the loss of its scoring engine from last year. But it has been the lack of defense that the Mountain Hawks have been able to bring.</p>
<p>They don't foul, but they also haven't been able to generate turnovers, They haven't kept any team's shooting numbers super low. And they most certainly aren't blocking shots.</p>
<p>So do they have a hope against Boston University? The Terriers are near the top of the conference in almost every offensive and defensive category. And that is counting the shellacking they took against American. So if the Terriers are themselves, this game shouldn't be an issue for the home team.</p>
<p>Then again, no one expected this order of teams in the conference when the league began. Find out if Lehigh can earn the upset here at 1 p.m. Eastern.</p>
https://www.midmajormadness.com/2014/2/1/5367988/live-stream-lehigh-mountain-hawks-boston-university-terriers-patriot-leagueBenjamin Miraski