A candid conversation with head basketball coach Jon Trilli, who shares his thoughts about the men's basketball team and previews upcoming action for the Mustangs.

Midwestern State halted a seven-game slide with an exciting 70-68 victory over No. 16-ranked West Texas A&M. The Mustangs were playing a ranked opponent for the sixth time in seven games, but Midwestern State outscored the Buffaloes 7-0 in the final 55 seconds as Orlando Horton, Jr. nailed the game-winning free throws in the waning moments. Midwestern State improved to 5-3 at home this season, but they are still looking for their first road win of the season. This week, the Stangs travel to Dallas Baptist and UT Tyler looking to maintain the momentum they gained with their win over their rivals from WT.