FSU down by 4 let the clock run out with 12 seconds left in game, instead of fouling and hoping for some missed free throws and a miracle. It’s not totally out of the realm, with that amount of time, and that the strategy in college hoops at any time, never mind in a game to get to the Final Four. Coach got short with interview after about that, saying game was over and no point to foul.
The very interesting part is that the betting line was Michigan +4.5 points, so FSU covered as they were down 4. Putting Michigan on the line and them getting 1 or 2 free throws, and then FSU missing any last shots, would have mean FSU did not cover.
Interesting to see if the coach and any school boosters make some large purchases over the summer thanks to the ability for the team to cover the spread.
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