Eric Musselman, Ricky Council angry, short after loss to Creighton

Arkansas coach Eric Musselman was less than thrilled with the officiating Tuesday in the Hogs’ loss to Creighton.

Eric Musselman is known for his upbeat demeanor.

Tuesday night, following Arkansas’ 90-87 loss to Creighton in the semifinals of the Maui Invitational, he was short in his responses.

Much of it seemed to have to do with the officiating in the game. Social media was aflame with the belief Creighton received more beneficial calls. The Bluejays outshot Arkansas, 29-17, in free-throw attempts in the game.

Ricky Council, who scored 24 points for the Razorbacks, joined the Arkansas coach at the dais for the post-game press conference. Council was asked two questions before exiting. Musselman stuck around and was asked two more.

None of the responses were lengthy.

Arkansas will play either Arizona or San Diego State in the third-place game at 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday.