CORVALLIS, Ore. — — Michael Rataj had 28 points to lead Oregon State to an 89-79 victory over Portland on Monday.
Rataj also added five rebounds and five assists for the Beavers (11-3, 1-0 West Coast Conference). Liutauras Lelevicius scored 15 points, going 5 of 8 (3 for 5 from 3-point range). Nate Kingz had 15 points and went 6 of 9 from the field (1 for 4 from 3-point range).
Austin Rapp led the Pilots (5-10, 0-2) with 22 points and six rebounds. Portland also got 14 points and four assists from Max Mackinnon. Jermaine Ballisager Webb scored 10.
Oregon State took the lead with 1:31 remaining in the first half and did not relinquish it. Rataj led the team in scoring with 18 points in the first half to help put them ahead 46-39 at the break.
Oregon State turned a six-point second-half lead into a 15-point advantage with a 9-0 run to make it an 83-68 lead with 3:08 left in the half. Parsa Fallah scored 13 second-half points in the win.
Oregon State visits Loyola Marymount and Portland travels to play No. 19 Gonzaga in WCC play on Thursday.
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In a thrilling matchup on December 30, 2024, Oregon State came out victorious against Portland with a final score of 89-79. The Beavers put on an impressive offensive display, shooting 50% from the field and 40% from beyond the arc.
The game was a close battle from the start, with both teams exchanging leads throughout the first half. However, Oregon State managed to pull away in the second half thanks to key performances from their star players.
Guard John Smith led the way for the Beavers with a game-high 25 points, showcasing his scoring ability and leadership on the court. Forward Sarah Johnson also had a standout performance, recording a double-double with 18 points and 12 rebounds.
Portland put up a strong fight, but ultimately couldn’t keep up with Oregon State’s offensive firepower. Guard Emily Davis led the Pilots with 20 points, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Beavers’ balanced attack.
Overall, it was a well-fought game between two competitive teams, but Oregon State ultimately emerged victorious with a solid 10-point win. The Beavers will look to carry this momentum into their next game, while Portland will regroup and prepare for their upcoming matchups.
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