PULLMAN, Wash. (Interstat) — Washington State held off a late charge to defeat Loyola Marymount 78-76 in a non-conference men’s basketball game Friday at Beasley Coliseum.

The Cougars led 34-32 at halftime and matched the Lions’ 44-point second half to secure the win. Jan Vide led all scorers with 28 points for Loyola Marymount. Washington State had a balanced attack with four players in double figures, led by Rihards Vavers with 17 points and Ace Glass III, who added 16 points and five assists.

The loss dropped Loyola Marymount to 10-6 overall. Washington State improved to 7-9. An announced crowd of 2,580 attended the game.