Overview
- The conference confirmed an overnight switch at Kansas City’s T-Mobile Center, with a traditional floor set for Friday’s semifinals and the championship.
- Texas Tech guard Christian Anderson strained a muscle after slipping against Iowa State and described the surface as slick, intensifying safety concerns.
- Kansas coach Bill Self supported the move, calling it the right decision after multiple players struggled with traction during earlier rounds.
- The LED glass surface from ASB GlassFloor had delivered eye‑catching broadcasts but drew mixed reviews, including a Kansas women’s player noting slippery spots.
- League officials had a contingency in place and activated it after highly visible slippage during games, including UCF vs. Houston.