Southern Utah 70, at Oregon State 81

CORVALLIS, Ore. (Interstat) — A dominant first-half offensive display and a formidable defensive presence at the rim propelled Oregon State to an 81-70 victory over Southern Utah in a nonconference men’s basketball game Saturday night at Gill Coliseum. The Beavers, improving to 5-5, built a 15-point halftime lead behind a sharp-shooting opening period and then weathered a persistent second-half challenge from the Thunderbirds, who fell to 4-7. The most important part of the game was Oregon State’s early establishment of control, fueled by efficient scoring and a disruptive shot-blocking effort that ultimately defined the contest. Oregon State shot 51.7% from… Read more...