Oregon State Edges San Francisco in Thrilling Finish
Sunday, March 8, 2026, 8:30 PM ET · Orleans Arena
Oregon State Beavers 78, San Francisco Dons 77, 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 San Francisco Dons vs Oregon State Beavers?
Oregon State Beavers beat San Francisco Dons 78-77 at Orleans Arena on March 8, 2026.
Who was favored in San Francisco Dons vs Oregon State Beavers?
San Francisco Dons were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -180 (about 64% implied). The underdog won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Oregon State Beavers triumphed over the San Francisco Dons with a final score of 78-77. This game was held at the Orleans Arena, showcasing the competitive spirit of both teams as they battled for a crucial victory. The Beavers improved their record to 18-15, while the Dons fell to 17-17 after this nail-biting encounter.
The Beavers entered the game with a recent record of 6-4 over their last ten games, but they were coming off a loss, having dropped their previous game against the Santa Clara Broncos 72-93. Throughout this stretch, Oregon State averaged 72.3 points scored per game while allowing 74.2 points. Their home performance was notably stronger, with a home record of 3-1 in their last four games, demonstrating their ability to capitalize on home-court advantage.
On the other side, the Dons were riding a two-game winning streak, having won their last two games against the Portland Pilots and the Pacific Tigers, with scores of 82-65 and 72-61, respectively. However, their overall record in the last ten games stood at 4-6, with an average of 73.0 points scored and 80.2 points allowed. San Francisco's away record was 2-2 in their last four games, indicating some resilience on the road despite their overall struggles.
In their previous meetings this season, the Beavers had bested the Dons decisively, winning 90-63 in their last encounter on February 13, 2026. Historically, the teams were tied 2-2 in their head-to-head matchups over the past two seasons, with each team showing moments of dominance.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant player absences for either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this critical matchup.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Dons favored by 3.5 points with a total set at 144.5 for the game. The odds reflected a competitive matchup, with San Francisco's moneyline at -180 and Oregon State's at +150, indicating the Dons were favored to win.
Game conditions were not detailed, but typically, the Orleans Arena provides a neutral site atmosphere conducive to high-paced basketball, which both teams are known for.
As the game unfolded, it featured numerous scoring plays that highlighted the back-and-forth nature of the contest. Key moments included Josiah Lake II making free throws that brought the score to 78-74 in favor of the Beavers. However, the Dons continued to fight back, with Tyrone Riley IV hitting a crucial three-pointer to narrow the gap to just one point at 78-77.
The final minutes were tense, with both teams exchanging free throws and three-point attempts. Ultimately, the Beavers held on for the victory, demonstrating their ability to execute under pressure and secure a much-needed win as they head into the next phase of their season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SF -3.5 | 144.5 o -115 / u -105 | San Francisco Dons -180 · Oregon State Beavers +150 |
Leaders
- PointsJosiah Lake II18Oregon State Beavers
- AssistsJosiah Lake II7Oregon State Beavers
- ReboundsIsaiah Sy6Oregon State Beavers
- PointsTyrone Riley IV23San Francisco Dons
- AssistsRyan Beasley7San Francisco Dons
- ReboundsDavid Fuchs12San Francisco Dons
Recent form
Oregon State Beavers
Last 10: 6-4Streak L172.3 scored · 74.2 allowed per game3-1 at home
- L72-93at Santa Clara BroncosMar 1
- W92-82vs San Diego TorerosFeb 26
- W83-73vs Pepperdine WavesFeb 22
- L50-60at Seattle U RedhawksFeb 16
- W90-63at San Francisco DonsFeb 13
- L61-81vs Gonzaga BulldogsFeb 7
- W74-64vs Washington State CougarsFeb 5
- W78-76at San Diego TorerosJan 31
- W72-69at Loyola Marymount LionsJan 29
- L51-81at Saint Mary's GaelsJan 22
San Francisco Dons
Last 10: 4-6Streak W273 scored · 80.2 allowed per game2-2 away
- W82-65vs Portland PilotsMar 8
- W72-61at Pacific TigersFeb 28
- L73-94vs Santa Clara BroncosFeb 22
- L59-80vs Gonzaga BulldogsFeb 19
- W92-79at San Diego TorerosFeb 15
- L63-90vs Oregon State BeaversFeb 13
- L54-79at Saint Mary's GaelsFeb 8
- L75-84vs Loyola Marymount LionsFeb 5
- W87-82vs Pacific TigersFeb 1
- L73-88at Santa Clara BroncosJan 29
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 | San Francisco Dons | Oregon State Beavers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-61 | 26-55 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 11-28 | 11-24 |
| Three-point % | 39 | 46 |
| Free throws | 16-21 | 15-17 |
| Free throw % | 76 | 88 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 33 |
| Offensive rebounds | 15 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 23 |
| Assists | 16 | 18 |
| Steals | 11 | 3 |
| Blocks | 0 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 19 | 15 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 28 |
| Fouls | 19 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 11 | 9 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 55 | 36 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half44-47Matija Samar makes layup (Olavi Suutela assists)
- 2nd Half44-50Olavi Suutela makes 23-foot three point jumper (Josiah Lake II assists)
- 2nd Half44-52Josiah Lake II makes driving layup
- 2nd Half45-52Junjie Wang makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-52Junjie Wang makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-52Ryan Beasley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-52Ryan Beasley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-54Keziah Ekissi makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-54Tyrone Riley IV makes layup
- 2nd Half50-56Keziah Ekissi makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-57Keziah Ekissi makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half52-57Ryan Beasley makes driving layup
- 2nd Half53-57Ryan Beasley makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half53-59Olavi Suutela makes layup (Josiah Lake II assists)
- 2nd Half56-59Legend Smiley makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tyrone Riley IV assists)
- 2nd Half58-59Ryan Beasley makes layup
- 2nd Half58-61Olavi Suutela makes layup (Josiah Lake II assists)
- 2nd Half59-61David Fuchs makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-61David Fuchs makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-63Yaak Yaak makes 8-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half61-63David Fuchs makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-63David Fuchs makes 4-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half63-66Yaak Yaak makes 25-foot three point jumper (Josiah Lake II assists)
- 2nd Half63-67Josiah Lake II makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-68Josiah Lake II makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-71Josiah Lake II makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jorge Diaz Graham assists)
- 2nd Half64-71Ryan Beasley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-72Josiah Lake II makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-73Josiah Lake II makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-73Tyrone Riley IV makes layup (Legend Smiley assists)
- 2nd Half69-73Legend Smiley makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ryan Beasley assists)
- 2nd Half69-74Josiah Lake II makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-75Josiah Lake II makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-75Legend Smiley makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ryan Beasley assists)
- 2nd Half72-76Jorge Diaz Graham makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-77Jorge Diaz Graham makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-77Ryan Beasley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-77Ryan Beasley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-78Josiah Lake II makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-78Tyrone Riley IV makes 22-foot three point jumper (Ryan Beasley assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Oregon State Beavers, below favours San Francisco Dons.
Venue
- Orleans ArenaLas Vegas, NV
- Attendance3021
- OfficialsBret Smith, Gregory Nixon, Roger Ayers
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