[needle]

I only saw the second half. The lack of Stanford turnovers really stood out to me as the most pleasant surprise.

I have to also say that it truly was an inspired defensive effort by Stanford. 

Stanford's offense also looked extremely competent in the second half. Ball rotation actually resulted in good shots much more often than not. Perhaps the difference is having an aggressive Spencer Jones? Really not sure if this is a switch that will stay "On," but I sure hope so.

Finally, you don't beat a top team without having a top player. Ingram had a stretch where he was the best player on the court. It is a joy watching him play when he brings his intensity level up 10 notches like he did for much of this game.

This was a great win. We'll see what the week brings, but I have real hope we will see more winning Stanford basketball.

[needle]

I only saw the second half. The lack of Stanford turnovers really stood out to me as the most pleasant surprise.

I have to also say that it truly was an inspired defensive effort by Stanford. 

Stanford's offense also looked extremely competent in the second half. Ball rotation actually resulted in good shots much more often than not. Perhaps the difference is having an aggressive Spencer Jones? Really not sure if this is a switch that will stay "On," but I sure hope so.

Finally, you don't beat a top team without having a top player. Ingram had a stretch where he was the best player on the court. It is a joy watching him play when he brings his intensity level up 10 notches like he did for much of this game.

This was a great win. We'll see what the week brings, but I have real hope we will see more winning Stanford basketball.