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Oregon State Downs Portland 89-79 - Match Report
Michael Rataj went off for 28 points and added 5 rebounds leading Oregon State over Portland, 89-79, on Monday at Gill Coliseum.
Oregon State won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -17.5-point spread.
Oregon State got 15 points from Nate Kingz and another 15 points from Liutauras Lelevicius. Damarco Minor contributed 6 assists, while Michael Rataj cleaned the glass with 5 rebounds.
Portland got a 22-point performance from Austin Rapp, who was supported by 14 points from Max Mackinnon. Vukasin Masic had 6 assists in a losing cause for Portland, while Austin Rapp grabbed 6 rebounds.
Oregon State was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Oregon State as they grabbed 26 boards, while Portland only had 18
Next game, Oregon State takes its act on the road to face Loyola Marymount looking for another win. For Portland, they head on the road to face Gonzaga.