Memphis fell to Western Kentucky, 75-69, in the semifinals of the Bad Boy Mowers Crossover Classic in Sioux Falls, S.D., in the only American Athletic Conference men's basketball action on Thanksgiving Day (Nov. 26).
Western Kentucky 75, Memphis 69 - Box Score
After a 3-pointer by Landers Nolley II, the Tigers cut a nine-point WKU lead to just two with six seconds remaining. The Hilltoppers added four free throws in the final seconds to put the game away.
Nolley II, a sophomore guard, led all scorers with 25 points. The Tigers were unable to contain WKU center Charles Bassey, who led the Hilltoppers with 21 points, 14 rebounds and seven blocks.