I thought each half was officiated well....although completely different. I would prefer each half to be called the same, but even officials use halftime to talk over adjustments. The first half was definitely called in such a way that it was much more enjoyable to watch. It has been my experience that letting them play will make for better flow and less complaints as long as the players can play within certain parameters. Once they cannot and things are headed off the rails then you have to make some adjustments and hope they adjust as well.
Also, to those Iowa fans complaining about Curbelo sliding with the ball on the floor.......you can slide from endline to endline with no violation. Once you stop you cannot roll over or sit up without dribbling. The NCAA rule is the same as the NFHS rule on this. Here is the case from the NFHS casebook:
4.44.5 SITUATION B: A1 dives for a loose ball and slides after gaining control. A1 is in a position either on his/her back or stomach. What can A1 do without violating? RULING: A1 may pass, shoot, start a dribble or call a time-out. Once A1 has the ball and is no longer sliding, he/she may not roll over. If flat on his/her back, A1 may sit up without violating. Any attempt to get to the feet is traveling unless A1 is dribbling. It is also traveling if A1 puts the ball on the floor, then rises and is first to touch the ball. (4-44-5b).