Talking Hoops With Boise State's Matt Bauscher

Matt Bauscher is a senior guard for the Boise State Broncos and a very good friend of D Wizzle's World. He averaged 9.2 points per game and 3.2 assists. He also shot 43% from 3-point range this season and also provided great leadership to the Broncos. Bauscher helped his team to a 25 win season and his great performances against Utah State and New Mexico State helped them win the WAC championship.

Hey Bausch, how are you doing?
I'm doing real good man! The season was long but very exciting and definitely one to remember for the ages!

You guys lost to Louisville in the first round. How do you think Louisville will do in the Sweet 16 against Tennessee?
I think Louisville will get past them because of their size advantage inside.

What was your most memorable game in your career?
Beating NMSU(New Mexico State University) in 3 OTs to get a bid to the Big Dance! Individually, I had 14 pts, four steals, and four assists, but none of that matters...celebrating with my team was a dream come true.

Yes, that was a classic game to watch and one of the most exciting games of the season. Besides playing with your teammates, what will you miss most about being a Bronco?
Putting on the jersey and representing the city!

Who was the best player you ever faced in your Boise State career?
Paul Milsap (former Louisiana Tech forward and current Utah Jazz power forward)

You were a great 3-point shooter. Next year's 3-point line will be moved back one foot. Will the new rule affect the players and also the college game?
Not really. One foot is nothing... nobody really shoots it with toes behind the line now anyways.

Do you have any goals of playing professional basketball?
I may go play overseas, but it would have to be a great place. If not, I have some good business connections here and law school is a possibility.

What player on the team should we look out for next season?
Paul Noonan... he's a freshman this year,and he will score 1,000 pts at BSU, mark my words!!

Thanks Bausch for your time.
Keep doing your thing! Thanks man!

Tuesday Hoops Recap and Notes

• I was very impressed with Connecticut as they beat Louisville 69-67. A.J. Price is a player! So is Hasheem Thabeet! What a defensive presence he is.
• College of Charleston is really struggling and lost again. Wofford beat them at home.
• Gonzaga destroyed Portland at home and is still the best team in the WCC.
• St.Mary's got upset by San Diego and probably won' t be ranked next week.
• USF Dons lost big to Santa Clara. I don't think Eddie Sutton should be coaching this team. Bad bad move.
• Give it up to Cal Poly for their big road win over Pacific. 
• Did anyone play any D last night in the Boise State vs Fresno State game? 
• BSU won 90-89 in overtime. Down by four with only 13 ticks left, Matt Bauscher hit a 3-pointer and then after a costly turnover by the Bulldogs, Reggie Larry made the game-winner. 
• Bauscher had no points in regulation and then hit two key 3-pointers in overtime for his six points. Larry had 27 points and 16 boards for BSU.
• Chris Paul is playing at an All-Star level and needs to be playing in New Orleans in the All-Star Game.
• Charlotte might not win many games but they bring it every game. Credit goes to the players and coach Sam Vincent as well.
• What is wrong with San Antonio? Tony Parker is banged up and this team will be on the road for a long time due to the rodeo in their home arena. They must rebound tonight in Seattle.
• Utah is playing better and competing for the 7th or 8th seed in the Western Conference.