What a night in Cameron Indoor Stadium. Up to 700 students camped out for the matchup with 4th-ranked Ohio State and the building was absolutely electric. When people talk about the mystique of Cameron Indoor Stadium, last night’s environment is exactly what they’re referring to. The teams on the court didn’t disappoint. Between high flying dunks from Mason Plumlee and intense action that led to a double technical just before the end of the first half, the basketball inside the lines rose to the decibel levels from the crowd. If you weren’t there, check out the highlights below for a taste of what you missed.
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