KANSAS CITY, MO — The Big 12 Conference announced today it would revert to traditional hardwood courts for the remainder of its men's basketball tournament, following widespread complaints from players who found the innovative LED glass surface made it harder to perform basic athletic maneuvers.

“We were really excited about the visual spectacle,” stated Commissioner Brett Yormark, wiping a bead of sweat from his brow. “The dynamic graphics, the instant replays on the floor itself – it was truly a vision of the future. We just… didn’t anticipate that the players would actually need to, you know, *play* on it.”

The decision comes after numerous athletes reported issues with traction, depth perception, and a general feeling of playing on a giant, slippery iPad. One anonymous player was quoted saying, “It’s cool for TikTok, but I almost broke an ankle trying to cut. My sneakers were basically ice skates.”

Dr. Elaine Sterling, a leading sports psychologist, commented on the situation. “This is a classic case of innovation outrunning practical application. It’s like designing a race car that looks amazing but can’t turn corners. The human element, it seems, still matters in sports, despite our best efforts to digitize everything.”

Conference officials are now reportedly exploring other cutting-edge technologies, including basketballs that project holographic advertisements and uniforms embedded with NFTs, all while assuring fans that player comfort and safety will be a secondary consideration.