The Eagle then led them up a ladder and into the habitat itself.
The Eagles led by 4 at the half, but ultimately lost 72-55.
The Eagles lead was nine points at the first change.
In the 38-degree cold, with the Eagles leading by 3-0 midway through the second quarter, they made the play of the game.
Suddenly, with 10:19 left in the first half, the Eagles led by 14-0.
At the 25 minute mark of the first quarter, the Eagles led by 35 points and seemed to be headed towards certain victory.
The Eagles (13-10, 4-8) led for most of the first half and had a 22-17 edge with 3:28 to play in the period.
The only points scored in the first three quarters came on field goals, and the Eagles led, 9-3.
The Eagles went ahead early, 10-8, but never led again, although they tied the score, 34-34, on the first basket of the second half.
The Eagles led the country in interceptions, recording 25 during the course of the regular season.