Saul Phillips likened it to getting your picture taken with a cartoon character in Times Square.
It looks the same, even gives you a good feeling, but ultimately the flaws are visible when you take a second look.
Ohio held off a gritty Milwaukee squad for a 71-69 win inside the Convocation Center on Wednesday night. But the game, stuffed with missed layups, errant free throws and defensive lapses, shouldn’t be mistaken for a cause of mass celebration.
The Bobcats (6-2) won, and remained unbeaten (5-0) at home, but were reminded they have a long way to go.