You are looking live at the NCAA’s instructional video that’s supposed to explain the rule changes this season. I think it will help you more than I could before we tip tonight.

You know about the changes and the curious explanations — “The press was never supposed to be about attacking the basketball.” — but truth be told, I didn’t think it was that bad in the exhibition game that featured three officials West Virginia will see throughout the season. Hopefully it’s not too big of a story tonight or any night to follow.

And speaking of officiating, the worst news of our season: Statsheet.com is no more. I’t hard to articulate exactly how I feel. I’m on the lookout for a new go-to website, not for the officiating (but that was aces) as much as the easy access to team and player stats through the years. If you find one, let me know. Until then, we soldier on.