I saw the post above about the team that played a quadruple OT last night, and I think that makes sense to consider. The more subtle fatigue factor in conference tournament week is when one team has played one less game than the other. I tend to think that factor becomes more important with each game--probably not much when it's 2 games vs. 1, a little more when it's 3 games vs. 2, and maybe a significant difference when it's four games vs. 3. Obviously how many players get minutes in the earlier games makes a difference. Duke is one of the teams playing their fourth game against a team that is playing only its third. Beyond that matchup, please share any thoughts you have about how much the fatigue factor matters.
Players can average an 8-20 lb weight loss during the seasons depending on their body size during the course od a 30 plus game schedule; Throw in a dash of the flu and a mid=winter cold and you end up with a lot of beat-up, tired players. My answer.....drink a few beers (nightly)...on the sly if your coach doesn't go for that stuff.
