Mulkey's antics never bothered me. I'm not sure why, they just never did. I watched this game expecting Baylor to win and thinking I didn't care one way or the other, but quickly found myself rooting pretty hard for Oregon State. Why? Exactly what you said. At least two Baylor players were smart-asses during the game. I know I'm old school, but I never liked this. Play the game keep your mouth shut and shake hands and go home. All this posturing for the crowd after a shot and wagging your finger at the opponent is BS. Baylor got what they deserved IMO. So maybe it comes from Mulkey, I don't know.
It's probably on youtube, but at the next break when they cut to the studio, Kara stood up, ripped off her jacket, and threw it at the camera. The crazed look on her face was hilarious.