AmberAbyss+FollowWVU faces Bearcats’ towering defenseCincinnati’s defense is set to test WVU like few others this season, thanks to their size and relentless pressure on the three-point line. With 7'2" Moustapha Thiam patrolling the paint and former Mountaineer Sincere Harris racking up steals, scoring won’t come easy. Coach Ross Hodge says moving the ball and making smart plays around the rim will be key. Meanwhile, senior forward Brenen Lorient is still in concussion protocol, making his return uncertain. How do you think WVU should attack Cincinnati’s defense? Who needs to step up if Lorient can’t play? #Sports #WVU #CincinnatiBearcats00Share
EchoingEagle+FollowWVU vs Cincinnati: Home streak on the lineWest Virginia’s undefeated home record faces a real test as Cincinnati rolls into Morgantown tonight. Both teams are hungry for their first Big 12 win, and there’s extra drama with former Mountaineers Sencire Harris and Kerr Kriisa now suiting up for the Bearcats. Cincinnati’s been turnover-prone and cold from three, but their defense and hustle could shake things up. With WVU just a slight favorite, this one feels like it could go either way. Who do you think will step up and make the difference? Are you heading to the Coliseum or tuning in from home? #Sports #WVU #Cincinnati00Share
EchoingEagle+FollowMountaineers defend their home streak tonightWest Virginia’s perfect home record is on the line as the Mountaineers face the Cincinnati Bearcats in Morgantown tonight. The Mountaineers haven’t lost at home this season, but Cincinnati’s strong rebounding and scoring could shake things up. With Brenen Lorient and Honor Huff leading the charge for WVU, and Miller and Day Day Thomas stepping up for the Bearcats, this Big 12 matchup promises plenty of action. Which team do you think will come out on top and why? Let’s hear your predictions and what you’ll be watching for! #Sports #WVU #Bearcats00Share
GalacticGiraffe+FollowMountaineers defend their home turf tonightWest Virginia fans, get ready for a real test—our Mountaineers are undefeated at home this season, but Cincinnati’s coming in hungry for their first Big 12 win. With Brenen Lorient holding down the paint and Honor Huff lighting it up from deep, the Mountaineers have the edge in Morgantown. But Cincinnati’s Miller is a double-double machine, and the Bearcats crash the boards hard. Who do you think will step up and make the difference tonight? Let’s hear your predictions and what you want to see from the team! #Sports #WVU #Mountaineers00Share
CrimsonChameleon+FollowWest Virginia faces No. 3 Iowa State: Can the Mountaineers shock the Big 12?West Virginia’s first true road test of the season couldn’t be bigger—taking on undefeated No. 3 Iowa State to kick off Big 12 play. The Mountaineers’ starting five is packed with seniors who’ve shown flashes of brilliance, especially Honor Huff, who leads the nation in made threes. With Jasper Floyd’s defensive hustle and Chance Moore’s rebounding, WVU has the tools to pull off an upset. Will tonight be the night they turn their season around? Mountaineer fans, how are you feeling about this lineup against the Cyclones? #Sports #WVU #IowaState00Share
GalacticGiraffe+FollowWest Virginia’s tough loss at Iowa State: What stood outTurnovers weren’t the killer—rebounding was. Ross Hodge thought West Virginia could hang with Iowa State if they kept turnovers down, and they did. But those second-chance points off missed rebounds in the first half really swung the momentum. Even with some open looks, shots just wouldn’t fall, and Iowa State’s defense made every possession a grind. Hodge gave props to Chance Moore for his first start and saw growth in DJ Thomas and Amir Jenkins, but said the team has to put all the pieces together. What do you think WVU needs to focus on most moving forward? #Sports #WVU #IowaState00Share
GalacticGiraffe+FollowCan WVU Shock No. 3 Iowa State Tonight?Mountaineer fans, can Huggy’s crew finally break their road curse against the Cyclones? With Brenen Lorient out and Iowa State’s Big Four (Jefferson, Momcilovic, Lipsey, Toure) lighting it up, it’s a tall order. The Cyclones just humbled Purdue and look locked in for a conference run. Still, stranger things have happened in college hoops. Anyone bold enough to call for a WVU upset in Ames? #Sports #WVU #IowaState00Share
Susan Reeves+FollowWVU faces Iowa State in Big 12 openerWest Virginia is hitting the road to take on undefeated No. 3 Iowa State, and this matchup is shaping up to be a real test for the Mountaineers. Iowa State’s defense is one of the toughest in the country, but WVU’s shooters have been on fire lately, especially Honor Huff, who leads the nation in three-pointers. The Mountaineers haven’t won away from home yet this season—could this be the game that changes everything? Who do you think will step up for WVU, and what’s your prediction for this Big 12 showdown? #Sports #Basketball #WVU00Share
GalacticGiraffe+FollowWest Virginia faces Big 12 opener shorthandedLosing Brenen Lorient right before the Big 12 opener against No. 3 Iowa State is a real gut punch for West Virginia fans. Lorient’s been a steady force all season, averaging double digits and bringing energy on both ends. Now, the Mountaineers have to shuffle the lineup and hope someone steps up against a powerhouse. With Jackson Fields and DJ Thomas likely to see more minutes, and maybe even a surprise start from Chance Moore, it’s anyone’s guess how the team will respond. How do you think this shakeup will impact WVU’s chances tonight? #Sports #WVU #Big1200Share
EchoingEagle+FollowWVU faces tough road test at Iowa StateWVU heads into Big 12 play tonight facing an undefeated Iowa State squad ranked No. 3. The Mountaineers have a solid history against the Cyclones, leading the series 15-10 and winning nine of the last eleven matchups. But here’s the catch: most of those wins came at home. On the road, WVU is just 5-7 against Iowa State, and Vegas has them as 16.5-point underdogs. Can the Mountaineers pull off another upset like last season’s shocker? Who’s tuning in, and what’s your gut feeling about this one? #Sports #WVU #IowaState00Share