While Arizona State prepares for Washington, the thought of Thursday’s loss will continue to sting. The Sun Devils didn’t just drop a game they were heavily favored in; they were embarrassed on their home floor by a Washington State team that hadn’t won on the road this season.
Coach Bobby Hurley announced he would make no excuses for the result, but neither will the NCAA Tournament selection committee. The Cougars are ranked No. 197 in the NET ratings, one of the lowest rankings across all Power Five teams despite rising 33 spots overnight, meaning the game will go down as a Quadrant 4 loss for ASU.