Middle Tennessee men's basketball fell to Western Kentucky 85-54 in the CUSA Tournament semifinals after a slow start and turnovers plagued their game.

By the Numbers
  • 22: Points off turnovers for WKU, with MTSU committing 18 turnovers.
  • +5: Chris Loofe's plus/minus on Friday, contributing significantly during his time on the court.
Yes, But

The head coach expressed pride in the team's overall progress but acknowledged the disappointing performance in the semifinals.

State of Play
  • The Blue Raiders struggled with turnovers and poor shooting, resulting in a significant halftime deficit.
  • The team's resilience and improvement over recent months were overshadowed by their semifinal loss.
Bottom Line

Despite recent positive developments, Middle Tennessee's basketball season ended on a sour note with a tough defeat in the CUSA Tournament semifinals.