The UWM Panthers lost 65-62 to UIC last night in the Horizon League Championship. It was a tough loss for a team and a school that badly wanted a second consecutive shot in the NCAA tournament. A primary problem for the Panthers was they only made 8 out of 20 free throws. They were solid from the 3 point line, but had trouble with field goals.

Today, a consolation prize came in the form of the Marquette Golden Eagles losing to TCU 64-62. The speculation now begins as to the possibility of the two Milwaukee teams meeting in the first or second round of the NIT. The brackets will be announced Sunday.