Final: Iowa State 74, Kansas State 73

Sadly, this was the play of the game. Nijel Pack loses the ball late, with the Wildcats down only by a bucket.The Kansas State Wildcats started strong but ultimately came up a point short against Iowa State, falling 74-73 in Bramlage Coliseum Saturday.

The game appeared to be decided when Iowa State (20-9, 7-9 Big 12) stretched what had been a tight, 59-57 lead with 5:39 to play to a 72-62 lead with 1:36 remaining.

K-State (14-14, 6-10) refused to yield, turning up backcourt pressure and forcing two five-second calls. Selton Miguel made a lay-up to cut the deficit to 8. Markquis Nowell drove to the bucket on three consecutive possessions, drew fouls, and made his free throws. Suddenly, with…