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Diamond Head Classic - Oregon State Downs Oakland 80-74 - Match Report
Oregon State grabbed a 80-74 win over Oakland on Monday, behind a 17-point effort from Liutauras Lelevicius at SimpliFI Arena at Stan Sheriff Center.
Oregon State won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -10.0-point spread.
Michael Rataj had 13 points for Oregon State and Josiah Lake II chipped in with 11 points. Damarco Minor had 4 assists for them, while Liutauras Lelevicius was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.
Oakland got 21 points from Allen Mukeba in a losing cause and another 18 points from Malcolm Christie. Jaylen Jones contributed 3 assists for them, while Buru Naivalurua had 12 rebounds.
Oregon State was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Oregon State won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 36-29.
Oregon State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Portland. Oakland will aim to get back on the winning track at Arkansas.