Oregon State men’s basketball team encountered their fourth consecutive loss after a 73-65 defeat against UMass at the Paradise Jam tournament. This loss places the Beavers’ record at 3-4 for the season.
Game Summary
During the tournament held in the Virgin Islands, OSU struggled, particularly in the final moments of the game. The Minutemen finished strong with a 10-0 run that sealed the victory.
Key Players
- Daniel Sanford-Hankins (UMass): Game-high 24 points
- Malcolm Christie (OSU): 17 points, including 4 of 9 from three-point range
- Josiah Lake II (OSU): 11 points and 6 rebounds while playing through an ankle injury
- Yaak Yaak: Missed third consecutive game due to injury
Game Highlights
The match had a series of scoring runs from both teams. OSU initially fell behind 10-2 and later 14-7. However, they bounced back with an 8-0 run to gain the lead. UMass answered promptly with a 9-0 run of their own, and OSU finished the first half down by just three points after another late 9-0 run.
Despite a back-and-forth second half, Oregon State could not secure a crucial field goal for the final 6:33 of the game. The Beavers briefly regained the lead at 65-63, thanks to free throws from Christie, but failed to score for the remainder.
Upcoming Game
Oregon State’s next challenge is against Cal Baptist, who are currently undefeated at 5-0.
| Date | Opponent | Time (PT) | Location | Streaming |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov. 29 | Cal Baptist | 7:00 PM | Gill Coliseum, Corvallis | ESPN+ |
As the Beavers look to break their losing streak, fans hope for a turnaround in the upcoming game against a strong opponent.
