Tough loss, also upset with XU player Macura/ Tom Groeschen
The greatness of the rivalry is a three-edged sword: The game, the disdain and the toxic atmosphere that sometimes surrounds it. Xavier and Cincinnati isn’t just a basketball rivalry. It can also be a clash of cultures. After the Musketeers brilliant 89-76 win Saturday, I overheard a member of the media saying, “this is the most overrated rivalry in college basketball.’’ I’m not sure what else the guy wants.
The game itself was over in about seven minutes. Xavier’s Trevon Bluiett dropped a three over a couple of outstretched Cincinnati arms, and it was 21-5 with 12:47 left in the first half.