Timely Tuesday

Last Night's Recap:
Bulls 95 at Wizards 101: Andray Blatche has been the story for the Washington Wizards since the trade deadline. After Washington shipped away its star players Jamison (Cavs) and Butler (Mavs) Andray Blatche has been stepping it up. The same guy who complained that there was not enough plays drawn up for him a few years ago, Blatche yesterday had 25 points, 11 rebounds, and two blocks. Blatche feels that he finally has gotten the opportunity and is taking full advantage of it. Bulls can not get their fifth win in a row on the road at the Verizon Center. Bulls leader was Derrick Rose with 22 points, six assist, and five rebounds.

Hawks 105 at Jazz 100: Well I will be the first to admit that I did not do my homework on this game. The wounded Jazz played without Deron Williams and Andrei Kirilenko, and came off an exhausting game in Portland. Even with Atlanta's 17 year loosing streak in Utah, the Hawks led by Joe Johson (28 points six rebound six assist) played a tough game on the road. Carlos Boozer led the way for the Jazz with 12 points, 10 rebounds, and eight assist.

Oklahoma 68 at #1 Kansas 81: All was right at Allen Field House on Monday night as the Jayhawks took the court. With a few games left in conference play, and one of the last home games for seniors every game is a big deal. Freshman Xavier Henry stole the show last night with 23 points, five rebounds, and two blocks. Xavier seemed untouchable in the first half, making many acrobatic layups and an array of three pointers. Taylor Mason-Griffin was the leader for the struggling Sooners with 17 points, two rebounds, eight assist. The Jayahwks take this game and their 58th straight home win (leading among active home win streaks).

#7 West Virginia 62 at Connecticut 73: UConn continues to make it difficult for tournament committees to pick weather they are in or out. With wins over quality Big East teams such as WV and Villanova, UConn at times looks like a tournament team and at times they don't even look NIT bound. With stellar play from Stanley Robinson (15 points 13 rebounds one steal) and Kemba Walker, who added 21 to Huskies attack, UConn was able to upset Devin Ebanks (17 points nine rebounds one block) and the Mountaineer's.

Tonight's preview:
7:00 PM EST #4 Syracuse (25-2) (12-2 Big East) at Providence (12-14) (4-10 Big East): Wesley Johnson(16.8 ppg and 8.7 rpg) takes Cuse on the road to face a weaker Big East opponent. Although Providence and Jamine Peterson (18.9 ppg and 10.1 rpg) are nothing to look over, especially on their home court, Look for the Orangemen to walk away with the win.

7:00 PM EST #13 Georgetown (18-7) (8-6 Big East) at Louisville (18-9) (9-5 Big East): I am a huge supporter of sophomore Greg Monroe (15.7 ppg and 3.7 rpg) I think the guy is awesome, and has a very bright future ahead of him. With all this being said I am still going to have to go with Samando Samuels (16.1 ppg and 7.1 rpg) and the Louisville Cardinals to take this one at home.

8:00 PM EST #6 Kansas State (22-4) (9-3 Big 12) at Texas Tech (16-10) (4-8 Big 12): In Lubbock K-State and Jacob Pullen (18.5 ppg and 3.7 apg) come into town looking to still try to take a share of the Big 12 title. Texas Tech has lost three in a row coming into this game and will be looking for a win on their own home court. If an upset is going to take place forward Mike Singletary (15.2 ppg nd 6.7 rpg) will need to have a lasting impact on the game. Look for K-State to win on the road in Lubbock.

9:00 PM EST #17 Tennessee (20-6) (8-4 SEC) at Florida (19-8) (8-4 SEC): Wayne Chisim (13.1 ppg and 7.2 rpg) and the Volunteers head to Gainsville to take on a tough Florida team. Look for Alex Tyus (12.5 ppg and 7.0 rpg) to pull of the upset at home in front of the home crowd.

8:00 PM EST Suns (34-23) (14-16 away) at Thunder (33-21) (16-10 home): Amare Stoudemire (21.3 ppg and 8.8 ppg) and the Phoenix Suns head into OKC to face a red hot Thunder team. Leading the way for the Thunder is Kevin Durant (29.8 ppg and 7.5 rpg). Durant has been on fire as of late trying to lead the Thunder to it's first 10 game winning streak ever. Since im such a KD supporter im going to have to take my man against the Suns.

8:00 PM EST Lakers (42-14) (16-9 away) at Grizzlies (28-27) (18-10 home): Kobe Bryant (28 ppg and 1.7 spg) possibly makes his debut after missing the last five games. The Lakers will be happy to receive one of the games top players back in the lineup, especially going to play a very tough Memphis team at home. For the griz Zach Randolph (20.4 ppg and 11.7 rpg) leads the way, as the Memphis tries to prove they are for real. If Kobe is back for this game, look for the Lakers to take the tough game.

TMAC WATCH: Tracy McGrady led the way for the Knicks with 15 points and 4 rebounds. Another successful game for TMAC as he makes his come back, game again tonight at Celtics. Lets see how Kneemac plays after a night of back to back road games.

I would also like to congratulate Cole Aldrich on an impressive off-the-court accomplishment. Cole was named College Basketball's Academic Player of the Year. This is an honor to recive this award out of all the student-athletes that were up for the award. Congrats Cole!