The light turned on for Texas early in the second half as they quit settling for three-point attempts and began attacking the Midshipmen zone defense at will.
While Texas’ 2009 season was one marred by inconsistency and extreme highs and lows, one thing remained constant — Rick Barnes sent three more Longhorns to the NBA.
What a difference a year makes. At this point in 2009, Texas was No. 3 in the nation thanks to the returning talent of two All-Big 12 performers and the addition of one of the highest-rated recruiting classes in the country.
With the 2010-2011 NBA season tipping off tonight, here’s a look at the impact the 10 Longhorns in the league will have this year for their respective teams.
The Longhorns’ final loss of the season, an 81-80 overtime heartbreaker to Wake Forest in the first round of the NCAA tournament Thursday, was indicative of their entire year, complete with missed free throws and missed layups.