Washington State Dominates Portland in Convincing Win
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · Beasley Coliseum
Washington State Cougars 104, Portland Pilots 74, 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 Portland Pilots vs Washington State Cougars?
Washington State Cougars beat Portland Pilots 104-74 at Beasley Coliseum on January 31, 2026.
Who was favored in Portland Pilots vs Washington State Cougars?
Washington State Cougars were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -410 (about 80% implied). The favorite won.
In a commanding performance, the Washington State Cougars triumphed over the Portland Pilots with a final score of 104-74 at Beasley Coliseum. This decisive victory marks Washington State's fourth consecutive win against Portland, extending their head-to-head record to 3-0 over the past two seasons. The Cougars have proven to be a formidable opponent for the Pilots, having previously defeated them on December 28, 2025, with a score of 67-62, and earlier in the 2025 season, winning 92-70 and 89-73.
Washington State entered the game with a home record of 11-13 and a recent form of 5-5 over their last ten games, including a two-game winning streak. The Cougars averaged 76.5 points scored while allowing 76.6 points during this stretch. Their last five games saw them scoring an average of 80.4 points while allowing 80.8, showcasing a high-scoring style that they maintained throughout the match against Portland.
On the other hand, the Portland Pilots, with an overall record of 10-14, have struggled recently, recording a 3-7 mark in their last ten games, currently on a two-game losing streak. They averaged 69.8 points scored and allowed 74.9 points during this period. Their last five games reflected a slight dip in scoring, with averages of 67.2 points scored and 70.0 points allowed. This inconsistency was evident in their performance against Washington State.
The game was influenced by the home advantage, with Washington State boasting a strong home record of 4-1 in their last five home games, while Portland's away record stands at 1-4. The Cougars have been particularly effective at home, and this trend continued as they dominated the Pilots throughout the contest.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any players missing from either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this matchup.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Washington State favored by 8.5 points with a total set at 152.5. The odds reflected a strong belief in Washington State's ability to secure a comfortable victory, which they certainly delivered on.
Conditions during the game were typical for a college basketball matchup, with a vibrant atmosphere at Beasley Coliseum contributing to the Cougars' energy and performance. Fans witnessed a series of impressive plays, including a notable 24-foot three-point jumper by Parker Gerrits and a powerful dunk by ND Okafor, which underscored Washington State's offensive prowess.
As the game progressed, Washington State maintained control, consistently extending their lead. By the end of the second half, they had established a significant margin, reflecting their offensive efficiency and defensive resilience against Portland's attempts to rally.
Overall, this game highlighted Washington State's capabilities and their dominance over Portland, setting the stage for future matchups as both teams continue through the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | WSU -8.5 | 152.5 o -105 / u -115 | Portland Pilots +320 · Washington State Cougars -410 |
Leaders
- PointsEemeli Yalaho26Washington State Cougars
- AssistsAdria Rodriguez9Washington State Cougars
- ReboundsEemeli Yalaho9Washington State Cougars
- PointsJoel Foxwell21Portland Pilots
- AssistsJoel Foxwell2Portland Pilots
- ReboundsDante Censori-Hercules9Portland Pilots
Recent form
Washington State Cougars
Last 10: 5-5Streak W276.5 scored · 76.6 allowed per game4-1 at home
- 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
- W81-67vs Oregon State BeaversJan 5
- W78-76vs Loyola Marymount LionsJan 3
- L55-69at Seattle U RedhawksDec 31
- W67-62at Portland PilotsDec 28
Portland Pilots
Last 10: 3-7Streak L269.8 scored · 74.9 allowed per game1-4 away
- L51-74at Pacific TigersJan 29
- L69-75vs Saint Mary's GaelsJan 25
- W71-58at Loyola Marymount LionsJan 18
- L63-67at Pepperdine WavesJan 15
- W82-76vs Oregon State BeaversJan 11
- W90-89vs Pacific TigersJan 9
- L68-73at San Francisco DonsJan 5
- L57-78at Saint Mary's GaelsJan 3
- L85-92vs Santa Clara BroncosDec 31
- L62-67vs Washington State CougarsDec 28
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 | Portland Pilots | Washington State Cougars |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-61 | 36-65 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 55 |
| Three-pointers | 5-19 | 16-31 |
| Three-point % | 26 | 52 |
| Free throws | 17-30 | 16-19 |
| Free throw % | 57 | 84 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 26 |
| Assists | 9 | 26 |
| Steals | 4 | 7 |
| Blocks | 2 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 2 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 2 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 16 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 36 |
| Fouls | 15 | 27 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 30 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 3 | 94 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half47-64Eemeli Yalaho makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-65Eemeli Yalaho makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-67Adria Rodriguez makes driving layup
- 2nd Half47-70Rihards Vavers makes 23-foot three point jumper (Adria Rodriguez assists)
- 2nd Half49-70James O'Donnell makes layup
- 2nd Half49-72Parker Gerrits makes 16-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half52-72Kelson Gebbers makes 24-foot three point jumper (Garrett Nuckolls assists)
- 2nd Half52-75Rihards Vavers makes 24-foot three point jumper (Parker Gerrits assists)
- 2nd Half53-75Joel Foxwell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-75Joel Foxwell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-76ND Okafor makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-77ND Okafor makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-77James O'Donnell makes layup (Cameron Williams assists)
- 2nd Half56-80Parker Gerrits makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half56-82ND Okafor makes layup (Jerone Morton assists)
- 2nd Half57-82Sam Noland makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-82Sam Noland makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-82Dante Censori-Hercules makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-85Eemeli Yalaho makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jerone Morton assists)
- 2nd Half61-85James O'Donnell makes 7-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half61-87Jerone Morton makes driving layup
- 2nd Half62-87Kelson Gebbers makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-89Adria Rodriguez makes layup (Ace Glass assists)
- 2nd Half64-89Cameron Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half64-91Eemeli Yalaho makes 8-foot hook shot (Ace Glass assists)
- 2nd Half66-91Dante Censori-Hercules makes layup
- 2nd Half67-91Dante Censori-Hercules makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half67-93ND Okafor makes layup
- 2nd Half68-93Mikah Ballew makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-95ND Okafor makes 3-foot alley oop dunk (Adria Rodriguez assists)
- 2nd Half69-95Mikah Ballew makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-95Mikah Ballew makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-98Parker Gerrits makes 24-foot three point jumper (Simon Hildebrandt assists)
- 2nd Half72-98Mikah Ballew makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half72-100ND Okafor makes 3-foot dunk (Adria Rodriguez assists)
- 2nd Half73-100James O'Donnell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-100James O'Donnell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-101Dio Blakely makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-102Dio Blakely makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-104Ace Glass makes layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Washington State Cougars, below favours Portland Pilots.
Venue
- Beasley ColiseumPullman, WA
- Attendance2857
- OfficialsMatthew Rukasin, Alexander Thompson, Ray Ames
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