Big 12 tournament glass LED court 'slippery,' caused migraines, players say
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While some recognize the novelty of a floor that is also a screen, other Big 12 players feel it's a huge distraction.
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The decision to utilize the floor has been met with mixed reception. While some have praised the court's innovation, a word Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark has repeatedly used to describe it, others have been skeptical of how it would affect play.
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