Beavers Set to Claw Out a Victory Against Golden Bears at Haas Pavilion

As the Oregon State Beavers prepare to face off against the California Golden Bears at Haas Pavilion, fans are eager for insights into how their team might fare in this upcoming clash. The Beavers have had a rocky performance in recent games, and while some may see this as a sign of weakness, it could also be the catalyst they need to come back stronger.

On February 11th, ORST faced the Washington Huskies and came up short with 55 points against the Huskies' 67. Despite their loss, there were glimmers of potential that could be honed for future victories. The Beavers showed tenacity on defense with eight steals but struggled on offense with only a 34 percent field goal percentage and an even lower three-point percentage at 32 percent.

Just two days prior on February 9th against the Washington State Cougars, ORST managed to secure a win with a slightly better field goal percentage of 45 percent but still lagged behind from beyond the arc at just 25 percent. Their ability to convert inside was evident as they made over half their two-point attempts.

However, it's clear that shooting consistency is an area where ORST needs improvement. In an earlier game on February 4th against USC Trojans, they scored only 54 points and were outplayed in almost every statistical category. A concerning trend is their high personal foul count which reached up to 23 fouls in that game alone.

The key takeaway from these past performances is that Oregon State must tighten up their defense without committing unnecessary fouls and find more reliable scoring options beyond relying heavily on free throws where they've shown proficiency.

Looking ahead at CAL's home advantage at Haas Pavilion poses another challenge for ORST; however, if they can channel their defensive energy effectively while cleaning up their offensive execution, there's no reason why they can't leave Berkeley with a win under their belt.

The scheduled game date is set for February 22nd at Haas Pavilion starting sharp at 7:00 PM Pacific Time. Fans who are unable to attend can tune into Pac-12 Network to catch all the action live from Berkeley. This matchup promises not just another conference game but also an opportunity for Oregon State Beavers to prove that resilience can turn tides even away from home court advantage.