With the 66-62 loss, the Mustangs drop out of the top 4 spots in the American Athletic Conference. The Wichita State Shockers now hold that fourth position and will receive a bye in the first round of the conference tournament later this month.
With two forwards, Isiah Jasey and Everett Ray, sidelined with injuries, the Mustangs were short in numbers and size. On Sunday, Tim Jankovich adjusted the game plan accordingly, adding a 2-3 zone and full-court pressure on the defensive end.