ncaab Game Recap
Santa Clara vs Oregon State Final: 82-81 - Recap
Elijah Mahi scored 21 points leading Santa Clara to a 82-81 victory over Oregon State at Leavey Center on Thursday.
Santa Clara won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -6.5-point spread.
Santa Clara got 19 points from Adama-Alpha Bal and another 10 points from Carlos Stewart. Elijah Mahi contributed 5 assists, while Tyeree Bryan cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
Oregon State got a 24-point performance from Parsa Fallah, who was supported by 16 points from Michael Rataj. Damarco Minor had 7 assists in a losing cause for Oregon State, while Michael Rataj grabbed 10 rebounds.
Santa Clara was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Santa Clara looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the San Francisco. Oregon State will aim to get back on the winning track at Pacific.