Congratulations on the win. This is the kind of victory that can either wake some teams up or put them down for the count. I suspect the Grizzlies will become better for this (thanks for poking the bear), but it will also raise the awareness and intensity of the other teams. Either way, the message is clear; no one is to be taken lightly. I expect a UIC victory soon.
I think this was important for NKU. They were in position for a road win at Milwaukee but couldn't close. If that happens a few times, I worry what happens to their belief/confidence. Breaking through against an above-average (IMO) HL team should buoy them for the rest of the year. Hopefully, that UIC win doesn't come Friday.