Weekend Recap

Another weekend is in the books, with some compelling games. Let's start with the marquee game of the week, Duke beating up on Maryland. The Terps didn't seem ready to play in this one. They did not play sound defense and couldn't hit shots, a bad combination that let Duke get out to a fairly substantial lead. This has to be a disheartening performance for Maryland.

I was on press row for the best game of the weekend, Virginia Tech winning in the final minute at home over rival Virginia. The first half was not pretty, with very little offense. Things opened up a bit in the second half, and Jeff Allen made some huge plays down the stretch to give the Hokies the victory.

Wake Forest got a nice win at home over Georgia Tech. The game was close most of the way, but the Deacons had a big run at the end of the game to win by double digits. Georgia Tech's road woes continue. Clemson got a badly-needed win over Miami in another game that was close most of the way.

Florida State broke open a tight game in the second half and cruised over Boston College. The Eagles only managed 47 points against the Seminoles' tough defense. And Carolina beat NC State in a game that looked like it was between two struggling teams.

This week has an interesting quirk, with extra games for Virginia and Maryland since their game was postponed last week. Here's what's on tap:

Monday:

Virginia at Maryland (8:00 p.m.) - This rescheduled game comes at a time where both teams are coming off disappointing losses. I would think Maryland would bounce back and win at home, but Virginia always seems to play them tough.

Tuesday:

Wake Forest at Virginia Tech (7:00 p.m., ESPN2) - This has shaped up to be a huge game between two teams near the top of the standings. If Tech can hold serve at home, they will really boost their NCAA Tournament chances.
North Carolina at Georgia Tech (9:00 p.m., Raycom) - Carolina has to have gotten some good feelings back with their win over NC State, but heading to Atlanta will be a much more difficult chore. Georgia Tech should win comfortably.

Wednesday:

Duke at Miami (7:00 p.m., ESPN) - Miami has had some good wins at home, but can they pull one off against the top team in the conference? I have to believe Duke will be too much for the Canes.
Florida State at Virginia (7:00 p.m., ESPNU) - A tough task for UVA to come off short rest back to Charlottesville and play a Florida State team that needs wins. I have a feeling this will be a big game for the Seminoles' NCAA Tournament hopes.
Maryland at NC State (9:00 p.m., FSN) - This could be a trap game for Maryland, coming off the game against Virginia. They are certainly better than NC State though, and should win on the road.