In its final preseason tune up, the IU men’s basketball team used strong 3-point shooting and a stellar first-half performance from star freshman Eric Gordon to knock of UNC-Pembroke 111-62.\nBut the win didn’t come without a scare.\nStarting point guard sophomore Armon Bassett left the game late in the first half with an injury to his left ankle. After the game, coach Kelvin Sampson said he was unsure of Bassett’s status.\n“I think he’ll be OK, but I’m not sure,” Sampson said.\nAfter the game, Sampson stressed the two things he’d like most to see from his team during games and at practice – toughness and intensity. He even benched freshman guard Brandon McGee for the entire first half for his lack of intensity during practice.\n“I don’t want us to win because we’re a better team,” Sampson said. “I want us to win because we’re tougher.”
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