Omaha Holds Off Portland State in Defensive Struggle
PORTLAND, Ore. (Interstat) — Omaha edged Portland State 60-55 in a men’s NCAA Division I basketball game Saturday at Stott Center.
The Mavericks led 30-25 at halftime and maintained a narrow advantage throughout the second half. Both teams shot 20 for 50 from the floor, but Omaha’s efficiency at the free-throw line proved decisive. The Mavericks made 14 of 16 free throws, while the Vikings went 9 for 17. Omaha also held Portland State to 6-for-30 shooting from three-point range.
Ja’Sean Glover led Omaha with 15 points. Keyon Kensie and Tre-Vaughn Minott each scored 12 for Portland State. The Vikings blocked seven shots but committed nine turnovers.
Omaha improved to 4-7. Portland State fell to 5-3.