Free throws cost Ball State a winnable game, as did some defensive lapses as it tried to mount a comeback. Ball State also missed too many free throws, shooting 45.8% (11 of 24), to win. "We just got to step up and make some free throws," Ball State head coach Michael Lewis said. Vermont was winning one-on-ones, hitting contested shots and Ball State was missing too many free throws. Even in another inconsistent game, Ball State had a chance in the final minutes.

Source: The Star November 26, 2022 10:13 UTC