KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Big 12 Conference will replace its glass floor with a hardwood court for the final two days of the tournament, following feedback from coaches of the semifinal teams. Commissioner Brett Yormark announced this decision after players experienced slips on the innovative but controversial surface. Kansas coach Bill Self supported the change, emphasizing the need for athlete comfort. The glass floor, designed to mimic hardwood, had caused traction issues despite its high-tech features.
