Two Washington State free throws knotted the game at 74-74. A 21-year-old Baylor Scheierman inbounded the ball for South Dakota State. Zeke Mayo clutched it, his eyes eagerly seeking out Scheierman. As two Cougars defenders cornered him, he made the pass.
With 20 seconds left on the game clock, Scheierman dribbled the ball past half-court. Spokane Arena, packed with Cougars fans and family members, rose to their feet. Washington State got in their defensive stance. All eyes were on Scheierman. Anticipation slowly grew as they awaited the next movements.
But the Jackrabbits knew what was about to happen.