Oregon State Beavers Stumble Against Saint Mary's Gaels at Gill Coliseum

In a conference game that saw the Oregon State Beavers face off against the Saint Mary's Gaels, the home team struggled to find their rhythm, ultimately falling 49-63. This loss brings the Beavers' season record to an even stance, while the Gaels improved theirs significantly. Despite a spirited second-half performance where they outscored their first-half points tally, it wasn't enough to close down the gap established by Saint Mary's in the first half.

Key Moments and Performances

The game was characterized by intense defensive efforts from both sides. The Gaels showcased their defensive prowess with seven blocks and five steals, contributing to their efficient gameplay. On offense, they managed a 53 percent field goal percentage and were particularly dominant in points in paint with 36 points.

On the other side of the court, Oregon State struggled with their shooting accuracy throughout the game. They finished with a 36 percent field goal percentage and were less effective from beyond the arc, hitting only four out of fourteen three-point attempts. However, they excelled at free throws, securing an impressive 88 percent success rate.

Individual performances on Oregon State’s side showed promise despite the overall result. Isaiah Sy led his team in scoring with 10 points and demonstrated versatility by adding two rebounds and one assist to his stat line. Damarco Minor contributed across multiple categories as well; he scored six points alongside three rebounds and two steals.

Looking Ahead

As Oregon State looks to rebound from this setback, focus shifts towards improving offensive execution while maintaining strong defensive efforts seen in parts of this game against Saint Mary's.

The next challenge for Oregon State Beavers will be an away game against Portland Pilots at Chiles Center on February 13th at 10:00 PM EDT. Fans eager to support can catch live action broadcasted on ESPN+.

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