Salukis' puzzling season ends with loss in Tempe
SIU finished 18-15 after an inconsistent season hampered by injuries. Key seniors Falker and Shaw faded at times while Mullins battled a stress fracture, and Arizona State defeated SIU 65-51 in the NIT to end their season.
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Salukis NIT appearance seen as milestone in 1989 season
In 1989 SIU faced a possible NCAA bid by a narrow margin but accepted an NIT invite after an 8-20 dip two years earlier. Players Erik Griffin and Randy House recalled the relief and pride of postseason play, noting the program was rebuilding under Rich Herrin and that the NIT offered momentum despite a 87-54 loss to Saint Louis.
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