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Washington State Defeats Oregon 72-61 - Recap

CJ Elleby scored 25 points and chipped in with 14 rebounds for Washington State on Thursday, leading them to a 72-61 victory over Oregon at Wallis Beasley Performing Arts Coliseum.

Washington State was a +9.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

Isaac Bonton had 12 points for Washington State and Jeff Pollard chipped in with 11 points. Isaac Bonton had 6 assists for them, while CJ Elleby was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 14 boards.

Oregon got 22 points from Payton Pritchard in a losing cause and another 15 points from Chris Duarte. Payton Pritchard contributed 5 assists for them, while Shakur Juiston had 7 rebounds.

Washington State trailed at halftime, 37-35.

Washington State had a 31-27 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Washington State heads into a battle against Oregon State. Oregon, meanwhile, will have their next action against Washington.