Oregon State Beavers Outlast Mountaineers in Overtime at Gill Coliseum

In a hard-fought contest at Gill Coliseum, the Oregon State Beavers emerged victorious over the Appalachian State Mountaineers with an 81-71 scoreline. The Beavers now hold a record of 1-0, while the Mountaineers fall to 0-1.

The game was closely contested, with five ties and six lead changes keeping fans on the edge of their seats. The Oregon State Beavers showed resilience and determination as they pushed through to overtime after ending regulation time neck-and-neck with their opponents. In overtime, the Beavers outscored the Mountaineers by ten points, sealing their victory.

The home team's performance was bolstered by impressive shooting from beyond the arc, making 13 three-point shots at a rate of 38 percent. Their free throw accuracy also played a crucial role in their win; they made 16 out of 21 attempts which translated to a solid 76 percent completion rate. This sharpshooting from distance and reliability from the line were key factors in their triumph.

Defensively, Oregon State showcased its ability to disrupt Appalachian State's rhythm by recording eight steals and three blocks throughout the game. They also capitalized on turnovers effectively, scoring 13 points off turnovers compared to Appalachian State's ten points in that category.

On offense, both teams had similar field goal percentages with Oregon State shooting at approximately 41 percent while Appalachian State shot slightly higher at around 41 percent as well. However, it was Oregon State's ability to convert opportunities into points that made all the difference – particularly during overtime where they demonstrated superior execution under pressure.

The visiting team put up a valiant effort against tough opposition; they managed nine three-point shots and fought hard on rebounds with a total of 41 rebounds—just two shy of Oregon States' tally. Their inside presence yielded them an impressive total of eight blocks for defense but ultimately fell short against an assertive Beaver squad who seemed determined not to let this game slip away.

Looking ahead for fans of The Oregon State Beavers is another chance to support their team when they face off against Nebraska Cornhuskers at Sanford Sports Pentagon on November 18th at nine o'clock Eastern Time (6 PM Pacific). This encounter will be broadcasted online via Peacock network for those who wish to follow along remotely.