Saint Mary's Dominates Oregon State in Convincing Win
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 11:00 PM ET · University Credit Union Pavilion
Saint Mary's Gaels 81, Oregon State Beavers 51, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Oregon State Beavers vs Saint Mary's Gaels?
Saint Mary's Gaels beat Oregon State Beavers 81-51 at University Credit Union Pavilion on January 21, 2026.
Who was favored in Oregon State Beavers vs Saint Mary's Gaels?
Saint Mary's Gaels were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -4000 (about 98% implied). The favorite won.
In a commanding performance, the Saint Mary's Gaels triumphed over the Oregon State Beavers with a final score of 81-51 at the University Credit Union Pavilion. This victory underscores Saint Mary's strong season, as they improve their home record to 19-3 while Oregon State falls to 10-13 overall.
The Gaels entered this matchup with an impressive home record of 18-3 and had recently shown solid form, going 8-2 in their last ten games. Although they faced a setback in their previous outing against the Santa Clara Broncos, losing 54-62, they had previously secured victories against San Francisco Dons (82-68) and Washington State Cougars (88-82). Their scoring average in the last five games was a robust 79.0 points per game, while allowing 69.0 points, indicating their offensive prowess and reasonable defensive capability.
On the other side, the Oregon State Beavers struggled with a record of 10-12 and were 4-6 in their last ten games. They entered this contest on a one-game losing streak after falling to the Pacific Tigers 64-81. Their recent form has been inconsistent, with an average of 69.1 points scored and 77.7 points allowed in their last ten games. This trend reflects their challenges in both offense and defense, particularly in away games where they have a record of 1-4.
Historically, Saint Mary's has had the upper hand in their recent meetings with Oregon State, winning both encounters during the 2025 season. The Gaels defeated the Beavers 74-64 at home and 63-49 away, showcasing their dominance in this matchup.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide any specific details that would affect either team's lineup for this game, suggesting that both squads were at full strength.
The market had priced Saint Mary's as significant favorites, with DraftKings listing them at -19.5 on the spread and a money line of -4000. In contrast, Oregon State was set at +1600 on the money line, indicating a substantial gap in expectations between the two teams. The total for the game was set at 142.5, reflecting the anticipated scoring output.
The game conditions were favorable for both teams, with no adverse weather or venue issues reported, allowing for a straightforward contest.
As the game unfolded, Saint Mary's showcased their offensive capabilities, with multiple players contributing to the scoreline. The Gaels built a substantial lead, and their defense effectively stifled Oregon State's attempts to mount a comeback. Key moments included a series of scoring plays in the second half where Tony Duckett and Jorge Diaz Graham made significant contributions, helping to extend the lead further.
Overall, this matchup highlighted Saint Mary's strength at home and their ability to dominate opponents, while Oregon State continues to search for consistency as they navigate a challenging season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SMC -19.5 | 142.5 o -108 / u -112 | Oregon State Beavers +1600 · Saint Mary's Gaels -4000 |
Leaders
- PointsJoshua Dent16Saint Mary's Gaels
- AssistsJoshua Dent11Saint Mary's Gaels
- ReboundsHarry Wessels8Saint Mary's Gaels
- PointsJosiah Lake II17Oregon State Beavers
- AssistsJosiah Lake II2Oregon State Beavers
- ReboundsJohan Munch6Oregon State Beavers
Recent form
Saint Mary's Gaels
Last 10: 8-2Streak L176.3 scored · 66.4 allowed per game5-0 at home
- L54-62at Santa Clara BroncosJan 18
- W82-68at San Francisco DonsJan 14
- W88-82vs Washington State CougarsJan 10
- W93-76vs Seattle U RedhawksJan 5
- W78-57vs Portland PilotsJan 3
- W72-45at Pepperdine WavesDec 31
- W78-73at Loyola Marymount LionsDec 29
- W63-58vs Northern Iowa PanthersDec 23
- W88-75vs Florida Atlantic OwlsDec 20
- L67-68at Boise State BroncosDec 14
Oregon State Beavers
Last 10: 4-6Streak L169.1 scored · 77.7 allowed per game1-3 away
- L64-81vs Pacific TigersJan 17
- W76-70vs Loyola Marymount LionsJan 15
- L76-82at Portland PilotsJan 11
- W68-55vs Seattle U RedhawksJan 9
- L67-81at Washington State CougarsJan 5
- L53-84at Pacific TigersJan 3
- W70-62vs San Francisco DonsDec 31
- L64-102vs Santa Clara BroncosDec 28
- W78-75at Arizona State Sun DevilsDec 21
- L75-85vs Sam Houston BearkatsDec 18
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gonzaga | 31-4 | - | 16-2 |
| Saint Mary's | 27-6 | - | 16-2 |
| Santa Clara | 26-9 | 1 | 15-3 |
| Oregon State | 17-16 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Seattle U | 21-14 | 8 | 8-10 |
| Pacific | 18-15 | 8 | 8-10 |
| San Francisco | 17-16 | 8 | 8-10 |
| Washington State | 12-20 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Loyola Marymount | 15-17 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Portland | 15-19 | 10 | 6-12 |
| San Diego | 12-21 | 11 | 5-13 |
| Pepperdine | 9-23 | 12 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Oregon State Beavers | Saint Mary's Gaels |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 14-49 | 28-58 |
| Field goal % | 29 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 2-16 | 8-23 |
| Three-point % | 13 | 35 |
| Free throws | 21-27 | 17-23 |
| Free throw % | 78 | 74 |
| Rebounds | 28 | 44 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 31 |
| Assists | 6 | 20 |
| Steals | 5 | 6 |
| Blocks | 3 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 36 |
| Fouls | 19 | 23 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 32 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 97 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half25-43Mikey Lewis makes 27-foot three point jumper (Paulius Murauskas assists)
- 2nd Half25-46Joshua Dent makes 24-foot three point jumper (Dillan Shaw assists)
- 2nd Half27-46Josiah Lake II makes driving layup
- 2nd Half27-49Paulius Murauskas makes 24-foot three point jumper (Dillan Shaw assists)
- 2nd Half28-49Johan Munch makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half28-51Paulius Murauskas makes layup (Joshua Dent assists)
- 2nd Half29-51Yaak Yaak makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half29-52Mikey Lewis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half29-53Mikey Lewis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half31-53Josiah Lake II makes 5-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half31-55Andrew McKeever makes layup (Joshua Dent assists)
- 2nd Half33-55Johan Munch makes layup
- 2nd Half33-58Mantas Juzenas makes 24-foot three point jumper (Joshua Dent assists)
- 2nd Half33-60Liam Campbell makes 9-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half35-60Josiah Lake II makes layup
- 2nd Half35-62Liam Campbell makes layup (Andrew McKeever assists)
- 2nd Half35-64Joshua Dent makes driving layup
- 2nd Half38-64Keziah Ekissi makes 26-foot three point jumper (Josiah Lake II assists)
- 2nd Half38-67Dillan Shaw makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mantas Juzenas assists)
- 2nd Half40-67Josiah Lake II makes driving layup
- 2nd Half40-68Andrew McKeever makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half40-69Andrew McKeever makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-69Josiah Lake II makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half42-69Josiah Lake II makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half42-72Mantas Juzenas makes 24-foot three point jumper (Tony Duckett assists)
- 2nd Half43-72Keziah Ekissi makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-72Keziah Ekissi makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-73Liam Campbell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-74Liam Campbell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-75Harry Wessels makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-75Johan Munch makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-75Josiah Lake II makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-77Tony Duckett makes driving layup
- 2nd Half46-78Andrew McKeever makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-78Ja'Quavis Williford makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half48-80Tony Duckett makes 13-foot pullup jump shot (Rory Hawke assists)
- 2nd Half49-80Jorge Diaz Graham makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-80Jorge Diaz Graham makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-80Jorge Diaz Graham makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-81Tony Duckett makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Saint Mary's Gaels, below favours Oregon State Beavers.
Venue
- University Credit Union PavilionMoraga, CA
- Attendance3390
- OfficialsMatthew Rukasin, David Hall, Edwin Young
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