An offensive explosion emerged amid a defensive slugfest on Tuesday night in Savage Arena.
Toledo and Ball State slogged through a first half filled with steals, blocked shots, and contested baskets. Then the Rockets turned on the afterburners, scoring 41 points during the first 13 minutes of the second half, en route to an 83-70 victory over Ball State.
UT was outrebounded 49-37, but a lack of turnovers (six) made up for the inability to box out. Pundits panning the lack of defense in today’s brand of basketball got a throwback game as the Rockets had seven steals, five blocks, and held the Cardinals to 36.