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BYU Basketball poll: Matt Carlino's nickname, the great point guard debate

The BYU basketball season is winding down, and the team is starting to find its identity. With huge wins over Gonzaga and St. Mary's, and boasting a 20-10 record, the Cougars are on the bubble of the NCAA Tournament and ready to make some noise. But a few burning questions still remain.

Matt Carlino raises up for a jump shot against LMU. Phot by Samantha Williams

Matt Carlino raises up for a jump shot against LMU. (Samantha Williams)



What is an appropriate nickname for Matt Carlino?



Matty Basketball

Matty McBuckets

The Italian Assassin

Icy Hot

Ma-T Danger

Matty Ice

Casino Carlino

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Tyler Haws shoots over San Diego

Tyler Haws shoots over San Diego's Johnny Dee. (AP Photo)



Will BYU make the NCAA tournament without an automatic bid?



Yes

No

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Tyler Haws goes up for a layup early in the first half. Haws was the high scorer for BYU, leading the Cougars with 20 points. Photo by Natalie Stoker.

Tyler Haws goes up for a layup early in the first half. Haws was the high scorer for BYU, leading the Cougars with 20 points. (Natalie Stoker)



Which loss was most heartbreaking this season?



vs. Iowa St., 90-88

vs. Oregon, 100-96 (OT)

vs. Portland, 114-110 (3OT)

vs. Utah, 81-64

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The BYU basketball team gets pumped up before its game against Gonzaga last season. Photo by Elliott Miller.

The BYU basketball team gets pumped up before its game against Gonzaga last season. (Elliott Miller)



Who should start at point guard for the rest of the season?



Anson Winder

Matt Carlino

Skyler Halford

Kyle Collinsworth

Other

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