Washington State Defeats Pacific 87-70 at Home
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 9:30 PM ET · Beasley Coliseum
Washington State Cougars 87, Pacific Tigers 70, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Pacific Tigers vs Washington State Cougars?
Washington State Cougars beat Pacific Tigers 87-70 at Beasley Coliseum on February 18, 2026.
Who was favored in Pacific Tigers vs Washington State Cougars?
Washington State Cougars were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -142 (about 59% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive victory, the Washington State Cougars triumphed over the Pacific Tigers with a final score of 87-70. This matchup took place at Beasley Coliseum, showcasing the Cougars' ability to dominate on their home court despite their recent struggles. Washington State improved their home record to 4-2 in their last six games at Beasley Coliseum, while Pacific's away record remains at 2-2.
The Cougars entered this game with a home record of 12-16 and had been struggling, losing their last three games leading up to this fixture. Their recent form included a 3-7 record over the last ten games, with an average of 79.7 points scored and 81.9 points allowed. In contrast, the Tigers, boasting a better overall record of 17-12, had a 6-4 record in their last ten games, averaging 71.3 points scored and 67.2 points allowed. Despite their recent loss to Saint Mary's, Pacific had shown resilience with a solid performance against Loyola Marymount just prior.
Historically, this matchup has favored the Tigers, as the Cougars had lost both previous meetings in the 2025 season, including a narrow 94-95 defeat at home. However, Washington State's performance in this game indicated a shift in momentum. The Cougars were able to leverage their home advantage effectively, scoring 87 points and limiting Pacific to 70, showcasing a robust offensive display.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any key players missing for either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength. This allowed for a competitive atmosphere, with both teams able to field their best lineups.
The betting lines from DraftKings indicated Washington State as the favorites, with a spread of -2.5 and a moneyline of -142. The total for the game was set at 144.5, reflecting expectations of a high-scoring affair. The actual scoring in the game exceeded these expectations, as the teams combined for 157 points.
Conditions during the game were conducive to a high-paced matchup, with Washington State capitalizing on their home crowd to energize their play. The Cougars executed well in the second half, highlighted by scoring plays that included multiple three-pointers from Rihards Vavers and Tomas Thrastarson, which helped to extend their lead significantly.
Key moments in the second half saw Washington State build on their lead, with significant contributions from players like Elias Ralph, who not only scored but also assisted in critical plays. The Cougars' ability to maintain their scoring momentum while stifling Pacific's attempts to close the gap was evident in the final minutes of the game.
Overall, this victory not only serves as a boost for Washington State's confidence but also highlights their potential to compete effectively at home, even against teams with better overall records. The Cougars will look to build on this performance in their upcoming games, while Pacific will need to regroup after this setback.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | WSU -2.5 | 144.5 o -112 / u -108 | Pacific Tigers +120 · Washington State Cougars -142 |
Leaders
- PointsRihards Vavers21Washington State Cougars
- AssistsAdria Rodriguez5Washington State Cougars
- ReboundsEemeli Yalaho8Washington State Cougars
- PointsElias Ralph16Pacific Tigers
- AssistsJaden Clayton4Pacific Tigers
- ReboundsJaion Pitt6Pacific Tigers
Recent form
Washington State Cougars
Last 10: 3-7Streak L379.7 scored · 81.9 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L53-83at Gonzaga BulldogsFeb 11
- L92-96vs Santa Clara BroncosFeb 7
- L64-74at Oregon State BeaversFeb 5
- W104-74vs Portland PilotsJan 31
- W70-58vs Seattle U RedhawksJan 29
- W95-79vs Pepperdine WavesJan 24
- L92-96at San Diego TorerosJan 22
- L80-85at San Francisco DonsJan 19
- L65-86vs Gonzaga BulldogsJan 16
- L82-88at Saint Mary's GaelsJan 10
Pacific Tigers
Last 10: 6-4Streak L171.3 scored · 67.2 allowed per game2-2 away
- L61-72vs Saint Mary's GaelsFeb 15
- W65-59vs Loyola Marymount LionsFeb 12
- W92-59at Pepperdine WavesFeb 8
- L56-71vs Santa Clara BroncosFeb 5
- L82-87at San Francisco DonsFeb 1
- W74-51vs Portland PilotsJan 29
- W56-54vs Seattle U RedhawksJan 25
- W81-64at Oregon State BeaversJan 17
- L69-85at Santa Clara BroncosJan 15
- W77-70vs San Diego TorerosJan 11
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 | Pacific Tigers | Washington State Cougars |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-63 | 34-60 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 57 |
| Three-pointers | 8-21 | 14-28 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 50 |
| Free throws | 8-11 | 5-8 |
| Free throw % | 73 | 63 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 28 |
| Assists | 12 | 18 |
| Steals | 3 | 4 |
| Blocks | 2 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 16 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 34 |
| Fouls | 14 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 5 | 20 |
| Lead changes | 7 | 7 |
| Time in front | 19 | 75 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half32-39Rihards Vavers makes 26-foot three point jumper (Eemeli Yalaho assists)
- 1st Half34-39Isaac Jack makes layup (TJ Wainwright assists)
- 1st Half35-39Isaac Jack makes free throw 1 of 1
- 1st Half35-42Eemeli Yalaho makes 25-foot three point jumper (ND Okafor assists)
- 1st Half35-44ND Okafor makes layup (Adria Rodriguez assists)
- 1st Half37-44Kajus Kublickas makes driving layup
- 1st Half37-46Adria Rodriguez makes driving layup
- 1st Half40-46Jaion Pitt makes 25-foot three point jumper (TJ Wainwright assists)
- 1st Half40-48Rihards Vavers makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
- 1st Half40-51Rihards Vavers makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half42-51Elias Ralph makes 11-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half43-51Elias Ralph makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half43-53ND Okafor makes driving layup (Ace Glass assists)
- 2nd Half45-53Jaden Clayton makes driving layup
- 2nd Half45-55Rihards Vavers makes driving layup
- 2nd Half48-55Justin Rochelin makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jaden Clayton assists)
- 2nd Half50-55Justin Rochelin makes layup (TJ Wainwright assists)
- 2nd Half50-57Ace Glass makes driving layup
- 2nd Half52-57Isaac Jack makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half53-57Isaac Jack makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-57Jaion Pitt makes layup (Kajus Kublickas assists)
- 2nd Half55-59Tomas Thrastarson makes 4-foot jumper
- 2nd Half58-59TJ Wainwright makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kajus Kublickas assists)
- 2nd Half58-62Jerone Morton makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half58-65Jerone Morton makes 25-foot three point jumper (Rihards Vavers assists)
- 2nd Half58-67ND Okafor makes layup
- 2nd Half58-69ND Okafor makes layup (Adria Rodriguez assists)
- 2nd Half60-69Jaden Clayton makes driving layup
- 2nd Half60-72Simon Hildebrandt makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ace Glass assists)
- 2nd Half60-75Ace Glass makes 24-foot three point jumper (Adria Rodriguez assists)
- 2nd Half62-75Elias Ralph makes 6-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half64-75KC Ibekwe makes 6-foot hook shot (TJ Wainwright assists)
- 2nd Half64-77Adria Rodriguez makes driving layup
- 2nd Half64-79Tomas Thrastarson makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half66-79Elias Ralph makes 4-foot jumper
- 2nd Half67-79Elias Ralph makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half67-82Rihards Vavers makes 23-foot three point jumper (Eemeli Yalaho assists)
- 2nd Half67-85Tomas Thrastarson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jerone Morton assists)
- 2nd Half67-87Ace Glass makes 4-foot jumper
- 2nd Half70-87Elias Ralph makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jaden Clayton assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Washington State Cougars, below favours Pacific Tigers.
Venue
- Beasley ColiseumPullman, WA
- Attendance2494
- OfficialsRandy McCall, Jimmy Casas, Keith Patterson
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