Sam Houston defeats Oregon St 75-85

Sam Houston Edges Oregon State in Thrilling Matchup

In a tightly contested non-conference matchup, Sam Houston emerged victorious over host Oregon State, 85-75, at Gill Coliseum on Thursday night.

The visiting Bearkats took control of the game early, building a 7-point lead by halftime. Despite Oregon State's best efforts to mount a comeback, Sam Houston's balanced offense and stifling defense proved too much for the Beavers to overcome.

Kashie Natt led the way for Sam Houston with 19 points, including three clutch three-pointers. Veljko Ilic chipped in with 15 points and 12 rebounds, while Justin Begg contributed six assists and a spark off the bench.

For Oregon State, Josiah Lake II scored 19 points but struggled from beyond the arc, going 0-for-1 on three-point attempts. Noah Amenhauser led the Beavers in rebounding and scoring with nine points and five boards.

The game was a testament to Sam Houston's well-roundedness, as they outscored Oregon State in every category except three-point shooting. The Bearkats' ability to adapt and respond to the Beavers' defensive schemes allowed them to capitalize on their own strengths and exploit Oregon State's weaknesses.

In the end, it was a 10-point margin of victory that proved decisive for Sam Houston. While both teams showed flashes of brilliance throughout the night, the visiting team's poise and consistency ultimately won out.

The win sets up Sam Houston for a strong finish to its non-conference slate, while Oregon State looks to regroup and refocus in the wake of this tough defeat.