They've missed at least five shots from within five feet, thrown the ball away once and almost a few more times, and had several possessions where they tossed up silly shots early in the shot clock. For its part, Georgia has really been working hard on defense, getting out in passing lanes and making Xavier work. With 11 minutes 51 seconds left in the half, we're tied.

Crowd is still a little underwhelming. Standing right in front of me though is Georgia's mascot, sporting a jersey which says Hairy Dog. Right now he is petting Washington Times correspondent Harlan Goode who is either trying to interview or invite to dinner one of the Georgia cheerleaders. A Verizon Center employee however ends the petting and the interview. During the regular season, all the Verizon staffers get to do is corral drunk Georgetown students, so this must be a step up. Anyway, about the mascot, his chin droops down down about halfway to his waist. It's a little goofy looking. He does, however, have some snazzy red and white kicks.