Open thread, Elite Eight: waiting game

Frankly, the Elite Eight is depressing.

It’s a sign that the offseason is really coming, that basketball will be on the shelf for months on end, and all we will have is the talk of hope or the dread of a season that is thought to be lackluster.

Well, let’s just enjoy what we have, basketball is not promised tomorrow. Did this whole post just get really dark??

We wait to hear the official news on Nebraska hiring Fred Hoiberg. Other than that, the hoops news is fairly quiet.

Some good games tonight on TBS, as Tariq Owens and the Red Raiders try to break the chalk party and reach a Final Four for the first time ever. The Red Raiders are playing in their second consecutive Elite Eight/ Regional Final. Gonzaga is trying to reach their second Final Four — and hoist their first championship.

Gonzaga Bulldogs vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders

When: 6:09 PM

How to watch: TBS | March Madness Live

Announcers: Kevin Harlan / Reggie Miller / Dan Bonner // Dana Jacobson

Virginia has not reached the Final Four since 1984. Purdue last reached the Final Four in 1980.

Virginia Cavaliers vs. Purdue Boilermakers

When: 8:49 PM

How to watch: TBS | March Madness Live

Announcers: Brian Anderson / Chris Webber // Allie LaForce