The media room buzzes with hoop chatter and keyboard clatter. But for UConn folks, things are going to have to wait. The game is still hours away, as Gonzaga and Florida will tip off first. UConn was the last game after a very long day last Thursday, but no one truly doubted the outcome. There was no suspense to build up.
Tonight is different.
The easy confidence that was so much a part of last Saturday's win over New Mexico gives way to a certain measure of unease. Iowa's karma bothers some people. Others are concerned about the matchups. It never fails. UConn could play a group of sixth-graders, and questions would remain.