ALLENDALE, Mich. – The Grand Valley State men's basketball comeback fell just short in a 75-67 loss to the Michigan Tech Huskies on Sawyers Day at the GVSU Fieldhouse Arena. The Lakers drop to 14-9 overall and 8-8 in GLIAC play.
 
The Lakers were hit by a barrage of threes in the first half and were facing a 22-point deficit at the 18-minute mark of the second half but continued to battle, willing their way back within four, 68-64, down the stretch but the comeback fell short. Jake Van Tubbergen gave an outstanding effort with 27 points and 10 rebounds while Christian Negron added 15 points, six boards and three blocks. Jordan Harris had 13 points, four assists and three steals.
 
The Lakers are back in action Thursday as they travel to Davenport to face the Panthers. The game can be heard on Thunder Country 107.3 FM.