NEW YORK -- Deshawn Freeman converted a steal into a layup, then implored the Rutgers faithful that had trekked across the river to Madison Square Garden to make some noise.
The Rutgers' contingent obliged, soaking in a run that led to a 9-point lead with just over three minutes to play.
But that celebration was short-lived for Rutgers, which squandered away a chance to gain the signature win of the Steve Pikiell era before 8,531 fans on Saturday afternoon.
Ethan Happ scored 14 of his game-high 32 points over the final 3:11 of regulation and in overtime, and No.