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Washington State Falls 93-65 to Santa Clara - Recap
Santa Clara blew out Washington State on Thursday, running up the score in a 93-65 win at Leavey Center.
Bettors who backed Santa Clara were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -5.5 at sportsbooks.
Santa Clara got 17 points from Johnny O'Neil and another 16 points from Adama-Alpha Bal. Adama-Alpha Bal contributed 4 assists, while Christoph Tilly cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.
Washington State got a 20-point performance from LeJuan Watts, who was supported by 16 points from Ethan Price. LeJuan Watts had 10 assists in a losing cause for Washington State, while LeJuan Watts grabbed 11 rebounds.
Santa Clara was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Santa Clara had a 37-28 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Santa Clara takes its act on the road to face Oregon State looking for another win. For Washington State, they head home to face St. Mary's.