With several opportunities handed to it Tuesday night, Oklahoma State could not capitalize, even when calls went its way.
In a marathon of a final minute against Southern Illinois, the game clock was adjusted in three disputes to put the ball in OSU’s hands. Multiple Cowboys came up short in game-clinching scenarios, as the Salukis held on for a 70-68 win on their home court.
“The refs gave us the game, but we also gave the game away,” said OSU guard Quion Williams, reflecting on the final minutes.
Crucial missed shots for the Cowboys (3-5) in these moments cost them an opportunity to redeem last year’s 61-60 loss to SIU (6-2) at home.