Saint Mary's Defeats Washington State 83-67
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 10:07 PM ET · Beasley Coliseum
Saint Mary's Gaels 83, Washington State Cougars 67, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Saint Mary's Gaels vs Washington State Cougars?
Saint Mary's Gaels beat Washington State Cougars 83-67 at Beasley Coliseum on February 21, 2026.
Who was favored in Saint Mary's Gaels vs Washington State Cougars?
Saint Mary's Gaels were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -440 (about 81% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Saint Mary's Gaels triumphed over the Washington State Cougars with a final score of 83-67 at Beasley Coliseum. This victory marks Saint Mary's continued dominance over Washington State, extending their winning streak against them to three games. The Gaels' performance was bolstered by a strong recent form, having won their last five games, while Washington State has struggled, managing only a 4-6 record in their last ten outings.
Saint Mary's entered the game with an impressive overall record of 25-4, showcasing their ability to perform consistently throughout the season. In contrast, Washington State's record of 12-17 reflects a challenging year, particularly as they have faced difficulties on the road, with an away record of 0-4 in their last ten games. At home, Washington State has fared better, with a home record of 4-2 in their last ten matches, but their recent form indicates a team still searching for consistency.
The game began with both teams showcasing their offensive capabilities, but it was Saint Mary's who established control early on. The Gaels averaged 75.5 points per game while allowing 62.8 points in their last ten games, indicating a solid defensive effort that has characterized their recent success. Washington State, on the other hand, has averaged 80.2 points scored but has also allowed an average of 80.1 points, highlighting their struggles on the defensive end.
In terms of previous meetings, this matchup continued a trend of Saint Mary's success against Washington State. In their last encounter on January 10, 2026, the Gaels won 88-82, and earlier in the 2025 season, they also secured victories of 77-56 and 80-75 against the Cougars. This history of head-to-head matchups has clearly favored Saint Mary's, making their latest victory a continuation of that trend.
Injury reports indicated no significant absences impacting either team for this game, allowing both squads to field their strongest lineups. The absence of key players can often shift the dynamics of a game, but both teams were able to compete at full strength.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Saint Mary's as the favorites with a spread of 8.5 points, reflecting their strong season performance and recent winning streak. The total points line was set at 149.5, indicating expectations for a high-scoring game, which was consistent with both teams' offensive capabilities.
Conditions during the game were typical for a late February evening in Pullman, Washington, with fans filling the stands to support their team. The atmosphere was charged, but it was the Gaels who maintained composure and executed their game plan effectively.
Key moments in the game included a notable three-point jumper by Rory Hawke, which pushed the Gaels' lead to 79-60 in the second half. Washington State attempted to rally back, with Adria Rodriguez and ND Okafor contributing crucial points, but it was not enough to close the gap as Saint Mary's continued to respond effectively to any challenges posed by the Cougars.
In summary, the game underscored Saint Mary's strength as they continue to build momentum heading into the latter part of the season. Their ability to maintain a strong defensive presence while capitalizing on offensive opportunities was evident throughout the match. Washington State will need to regroup and address their defensive issues as they move forward, particularly with their upcoming fixtures.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SMC -8.5 | 149.5 o -105 / u -115 | Saint Mary's Gaels -440 · Washington State Cougars +340 |
Leaders
- PointsND Okafor15Washington State Cougars
- AssistsAdria Rodriguez6Washington State Cougars
- ReboundsRihards Vavers6Washington State Cougars
- PointsJoshua Dent22Saint Mary's Gaels
- AssistsPaulius Murauskas4Saint Mary's Gaels
- ReboundsPaulius Murauskas12Saint Mary's Gaels
Recent form
Washington State Cougars
Last 10: 4-6Streak W180.2 scored · 80.1 allowed per game4-2 at home
- W87-70vs Pacific TigersFeb 19
- 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
Saint Mary's Gaels
Last 10: 8-2Streak W575.5 scored · 62.8 allowed per game4-2 away
- W72-70at Seattle U RedhawksFeb 19
- W72-61at Pacific TigersFeb 15
- W88-60vs Pepperdine WavesFeb 12
- W79-54vs San Francisco DonsFeb 8
- W87-60vs San Diego TorerosFeb 5
- L65-73at Gonzaga BulldogsFeb 1
- W75-69at Portland PilotsJan 25
- W81-51vs Oregon State BeaversJan 22
- L54-62at Santa Clara BroncosJan 18
- W82-68at San Francisco DonsJan 14
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 | Saint Mary's Gaels | Washington State Cougars |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 32-59 | 25-57 |
| Field goal % | 54 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 10-20 | 7-19 |
| Three-point % | 50 | 37 |
| Free throws | 9-12 | 10-13 |
| Free throw % | 75 | 77 |
| Rebounds | 38 | 25 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 16 |
| Assists | 12 | 10 |
| Steals | 8 | 5 |
| Blocks | 7 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 7 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 36 |
| Fouls | 15 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 19 | 7 |
| Lead changes | 10 | 10 |
| Time in front | 58 | 37 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half37-39ND Okafor makes free throw 1 of 1
- 1st Half40-39Joshua Dent makes 25-foot three point jumper (Rory Hawke assists)
- 2nd Half40-41Ace Glass makes layup
- 2nd Half40-42Ace Glass makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half42-42Mikey Lewis makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half44-42Harry Wessels makes 1-foot dunk (Paulius Murauskas assists)
- 2nd Half46-42Paulius Murauskas makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half48-42Paulius Murauskas makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half48-44Ace Glass makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-44Andrew McKeever makes layup
- 2nd Half50-46Rihards Vavers makes layup
- 2nd Half50-48Eemeli Yalaho makes layup (Adria Rodriguez assists)
- 2nd Half52-48Mikey Lewis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half52-50Ace Glass makes driving layup
- 2nd Half52-51Ace Glass makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half55-51Mikey Lewis makes 24-foot three point jumper (Paulius Murauskas assists)
- 2nd Half55-53Adria Rodriguez makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-53Paulius Murauskas makes 6-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half58-53Rory Hawke makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-53Paulius Murauskas makes 15-foot jumper
- 2nd Half62-53Mikey Lewis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half62-55ND Okafor makes 2-foot dunk (Jerone Morton assists)
- 2nd Half65-55Mikey Lewis makes 23-foot three point jumper (Rory Hawke assists)
- 2nd Half68-55Joshua Dent makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half68-57Ace Glass makes driving layup
- 2nd Half68-58Jerone Morton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-58Andrew McKeever makes 1-foot dunk (Mikey Lewis assists)
- 2nd Half72-58Paulius Murauskas makes driving layup
- 2nd Half74-58Joshua Dent makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half74-59Ace Glass makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-60Ace Glass makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-60Paulius Murauskas makes 12-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half79-60Rory Hawke makes 26-foot three point jumper (Paulius Murauskas assists)
- 2nd Half79-62ND Okafor makes layup
- 2nd Half79-64Adria Rodriguez makes layup
- 2nd Half81-64Andrew McKeever makes 3-foot dunk (Joshua Dent assists)
- 2nd Half81-65Adria Rodriguez makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half81-66Rihards Vavers makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half81-67Rihards Vavers makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half83-67Liam Campbell makes 12-foot turnaround jump shot
Win probability
Above the line favours Washington State Cougars, below favours Saint Mary's Gaels.
Venue
- Beasley ColiseumPullman, WA
- Attendance4230
- OfficialsLewis Garrison, Chris Merlo, Matt Rafferty
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