I was disappointed that fans left early as well. As noted, a fairly sizable group left before the 2 minute mark. For this game I happened to have seats right behind the KU bench. Bill Self noted the fans leaving...that is why he took a timeout with about 15 seconds left. We heard him say, "let the place completely empty out." He wanted Hilton to look empty for the cameras. Unfortunately...it did.
I am glad you heard Self's comments. When he actually took the timeout, all I could think from the balcony was that he enjoyed seeing everyone walking out with head down. It seemed pretty clear, no other reason for him to take a timeout at that point.
Sounds like Kansas considers Hilton any ol' gym. Sure the team never really took the fans to the next level, but I dont think the fans went over and above to take it their either.
I dont think the atmosphere at Hilton was worth the 5 or so points it can be, and that was a shame because it was a tight game. I suppose we fans met expectations on Monday, perhaps we could exceed them in the future.