Losing Bryan Mullins was a difficult blow but an additional injury to Tony Boyle left the Salukis short handed on the road, a combination that was too much to overcome.
Give Arizona St credit, they have a really solid club that probably should have made the NCAA Tournament. Southern might not of been able to beat them on their home court even at full strength.
The Salukis finish the season with 18 wins, which isn't too bad for a "down year". They didn't have much depth at guard this year, and it showed. Next year Chris Lowery should have plenty of options to choose from returning a solid group of players in addition to adding some key recruits for 08-09.
