More scoring won't bring more bodies in to watch the games. I don't know why 70-80 points isn't enough. I find the NBA lack of defense makes their games very boring.
"Shaheen thinks more attractive nonconference games will eventually be played in January and February away from football. Right now, the most attractive nonconference games are typically in November and December during the holiday and bowl seasons."
I think one semester would be better. Football is very nearly a one semester sport, so I think basketball could be also.