Yet, if the game had been close, the icemen might have found themselves fighting a crowd, incredibly, at their own rink.
The icemen might not have to worry about the Big Red on the ice, but Harvard fans, or would-be fans, could do well to learn from their brethren in New York.
Next time, it really might make a difference.
With Christmas just around the corner, maybe the NBA could get into the gift-giving spirit.
One month into the 1988-'89 NBA season, the fledgling Miami Heat still hasn't won a game. They have emotion...they have guts...but no talent.
Last night they lost to the Sacramento Kings, who at 2-13 looked to be the only team in the league they could hope to beat.
Maybe the Detroit Pistons or Los Angeles Lakers, virtually guaranteed a place in the playoffs, could see their way to give Miami a big Christmas present and give them a win.
They don't have a whole lot going, for them. No Heat player is among the top 15 NBA starters in either scoring, rebounding or assists.
Look at Ronnie Siekaly and Roy Sparrow...they've been good boys...they have presents coming to them.
Maybe Santa will find it in its heart to swing down to southern Florida this month.