Oregon State Stuns Washington State in 10-Point Upset

In a shocking turn of events, Oregon State pulled off a significant upset at Gill Coliseum, taking down Washington State 74-64. This outcome was far from expected, as CHD Scout had predicted a narrow Washington State victory by just 0.5 points. Instead, the Beavers dominated the second half, outscoring the Cougars 51-30 to seal the 10-point win.

The first half belonged to Washington State, as they built a 34-23 lead behind the strong play of Ace Glass, who finished with 17 points and 5 rebounds. However, Oregon State regrouped and refocused, coming out with renewed energy in the second half. Josiah Lake II, the Beavers' top performer, took over, scoring 22 points and grabbing 5 rebounds to lead the charge. Johan Munch also made a significant impact, posting a double-double with 18 points and 15 rebounds.

The Beavers' second-half surge was a reflection of their resilience and determination. After trailing by 11 at the break, they embarked on a 28-10 run to take a 51-44 lead, and never looked back. Washington State struggled to contain Oregon State's offense, which shot efficiently and moved the ball effectively. The Cougars, on the other hand, were unable to replicate their first-half success, and their offense stalled as the game wore on.

The loss is a damaging blow to Washington State's tournament hopes, as they fall to 11-14 on the season. This was a Quadrant 3 game for both teams, and the outcome will have real consequences for their respective resumes. For Oregon State, the win improves their record to 13-12 and provides a much-needed boost to their tournament chances. Although they still have work to do, this upset victory demonstrates that they are capable of competing with and beating teams like Washington State.

In the end, Oregon State's impressive second-half performance and the standout play of Josiah Lake II was too much for Washington State to handle. As the season enters its final stretch, the Beavers want to build on this momentum and make a push for a tournament berth. With this upset win, they have taken a crucial step in the right direction, and their tournament resume has been significantly strengthened.