Xavier elected to show up tonight. When that happened, the outcome of this game was in little doubt. Still, they did actually have to play it and, 40 minutes (or about 47 hours of real time) later, the Musketeers were 2-0.
Tyrique had the first two and then went on to a line of 19/7/2 with a steal and three blocks. He barked, yelled, appeared to contemplate eating the ref, and generally had his way with any and everyone that Rider threw his direction. The 5-6 from the line he posted may be the most encouraging sign of all.