Our games thus far have shown some tantalizing moments and some complete head scratchers. Despite this it seems to be the most talented and beckons the question can NU follow in the footsteps of Illinois basketball and have a breakout season next year. I feel next year all of these nail biters we have lost this year will flip next year. I also feel we will be a bubble team next year. Unbridled optimism?! Perhaps. Any other musings