Good Points, my buddy and I were commenting how the vibe was a little off last night. I thought it was because it was a Sunday and we missed the tourney, but I think it might be some of what you pointed out.
A slightly disappointing way for the season to end, as I really thought we were going to be in semi's of this tourney, but VCU played us tough and I knew we were in trouble when Miguel had 2 points late into the game.
With that being said, what a season! Was also commenting to my buddy how in past recent years we could buy $7 tickets about 10 min before the game and pretty much sit anywhere we wanted. Also could scream across the dome and pretty much be heard by everyone in the building. Neither of those things were happening this year. I think this is the type of season that builds permanent fans for Bulls basketball. Not exactly the same, but in a similar way that the 2007 team did for football.