Penn State men’s basketball coach Micah Shrewsberry admitted he wasn’t thrilled with his team’s performance against Rutgers on Tuesday.

In the game in Center Jersey, Shrewsberry said the Nittany Lions were «soft» and took a «kick» in a 65-45 loss.

Penn State head coach Micah Shrewsberry against Rutgers during the first half of a game in Piscataway, New Jersey on Tuesday, January 24, 2023.
(AP Photo/Noah K. Murray)

However, he also had some words for the officials, saying that he can’t bear to talk to them anymore.

“I want to live as long as my parents have lived, so I limit my conversations with officials,” he said. After the match.

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Penn State took just nine free throws on Tuesday. Rutgers tried 19.

Penn State head coach Micah Shrewsberry instructs his team as they play Rutgers during the first half of a game in Piscataway, New Jersey on Tuesday, January 24, 2023.

Penn State head coach Micah Shrewsberry instructs his team as they play Rutgers during the first half of a game in Piscataway, New Jersey on Tuesday, January 24, 2023.
(AP Photo/Noah K. Murray)

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Shrewsberry appeared to hint that he has taken steps to try to convince the Big 10 that conference officials are missing calls.

«I’m done sending clips. I have to coach my team. I just want Jalen Pickett to shoot more than two free throws a game. One of the best players in this league. He never gets fouled. He never gets fouled.» he continued.

Penn State coach Micah Shrewsberry yells at his team during the second half of a game against Wisconsin on January 17, 2023 in Madison, Wis.

Penn State coach Micah Shrewsberry yells at his team during the second half of a game against Wisconsin on January 17, 2023 in Madison, Wis.
(AP Photo/Andy Manis)

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Penn State fell to 13-7 on the season, while Rutgers improved to 14-6.