
The Coogs have more talent, but then again, they usually do. Yet despite their lack of success against the wow gold, the Coogs have a tough time managing the respect needed to thrive in this rivalry. They like to taunt the Owls and their crowd, and they love to boast once they carve a first-half lead, but they've struggled with focus, and they tend to crater once the Owls bring the heat. Will the Owls push the Coogs to the limit at the Hof, and if they do, will the Coogs crumble right on cue?
Played passively early. Morris Almond had one point prior to halftime, and the Owls scored a season-low 12 first-half points on 20.8 percent shooting. They made a token run after the break, but the rally was lame and futile. |