Santa Clara Dominates Oregon State in Convincing Win
Sunday, December 28, 2025, 6:00 PM ET · Gill Coliseum
Santa Clara Broncos 102, Oregon State Beavers 64, 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 Santa Clara Broncos vs Oregon State Beavers?
Santa Clara Broncos beat Oregon State Beavers 102-64 at Gill Coliseum on December 28, 2025.
Who was favored in Santa Clara Broncos vs Oregon State Beavers?
Santa Clara Broncos were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -290 (about 74% implied). The favorite won.
In a commanding performance, the Santa Clara Broncos defeated the Oregon State Beavers 102-64 at Gill Coliseum. This game showcased the Broncos' offensive prowess, as they managed to score over 100 points, a feat that underscores their ability to dominate on the court.
The Broncos entered the game with a record of 10-4, while the Beavers had a record of 7-7. Santa Clara had been showing solid form, with a recent record of 6-4 over their last ten games, although they were coming off a loss to Loyola Chicago. Their scoring average in that stretch was 77.9 points per game, while allowing 72.7. In contrast, Oregon State had a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, with an average of 74.3 points scored and 74.4 points allowed. They had recently secured a win against Arizona State but had struggled overall, particularly at home with a record of 3-5.
At Gill Coliseum, the Beavers faced a tough challenge against the Broncos, who had a strong away record of 6-2 prior to the game. The previous meetings between these two teams in the 2025 season had been closely contested, with each team winning one game. However, Santa Clara's recent form and the Beavers' inconsistency made this matchup particularly interesting.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide any specific details, but both teams were looking to field their best lineups in this critical matchup. The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, favored Santa Clara with a spread of 7.5 points and a money line of -290, indicating confidence in their ability to win.
The conditions at Gill Coliseum were typical for a winter evening, with both teams eager to make a statement. As the game progressed, it became clear that Santa Clara was in control. The scoring plays highlighted the Broncos' offensive depth, with Thierry Darlan contributing significantly, including a 30-foot three-pointer that capped off their scoring at 102 points. Other notable contributions came from players like Keziah Ekissi and Jorge Diaz Graham, who helped maintain the pressure on Oregon State throughout the game.
The Beavers, despite their efforts, struggled to keep pace with the Broncos. Their inability to contain Santa Clara's scoring led to a decisive loss, with the final score reflecting the gap in performance. With this victory, Santa Clara not only solidified their position in the league but also demonstrated their capability to perform under pressure, setting the stage for the remainder of the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SCU -7.5 | 150.5 o -105 / u -115 | Santa Clara Broncos -290 · Oregon State Beavers +235 |
Leaders
- PointsJosiah Lake II19Oregon State Beavers
- AssistsJosiah Lake II5Oregon State Beavers
- ReboundsKeziah Ekissi4Oregon State Beavers
- PointsElijah Mahi23Santa Clara Broncos
- AssistsBrenton Knapper5Santa Clara Broncos
- ReboundsJake Ensminger8Santa Clara Broncos
Recent form
Oregon State Beavers
Last 10: 4-6Streak W174.3 scored · 74.4 allowed per game3-5 at home
- W78-75at Arizona State Sun DevilsDec 21
- L75-85vs Sam Houston BearkatsDec 18
- W67-57vs Montana State BobcatsDec 13
- W81-70vs Southern Utah ThunderbirdsDec 6
- W80-58vs Vermont CatamountsDec 4
- L69-75vs California Baptist LancersNov 30
- L65-73vs Massachusetts MinutemenNov 24
- L84-91vs Iona GaelsNov 22
- L69-73vs Evansville Purple AcesNov 22
- L75-87at Oregon DucksNov 18
Santa Clara Broncos
Last 10: 6-4Streak L177.9 scored · 72.7 allowed per game0-2 away
- L78-80vs Loyola Chicago RamblersDec 20
- W63-60vs North Texas Mean GreenDec 18
- L79-82vs Arizona State Sun DevilsDec 14
- L71-98at New Mexico LobosDec 7
- W90-80vs Utah Tech TrailblazersDec 4
- W86-75vs Minnesota Golden GophersNov 29
- L70-71at Saint Louis BillikensNov 28
- W80-43vs Louisiana Ragin' CajunsNov 22
- W64-55vs Idaho State BengalsNov 19
- W98-83vs Nevada Wolf PackNov 16
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 | Santa Clara Broncos | Oregon State Beavers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 35-55 | 18-49 |
| Field goal % | 64 | 37 |
| Three-pointers | 15-27 | 11-26 |
| Three-point % | 56 | 42 |
| Free throws | 17-24 | 17-27 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 63 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 22 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 13 |
| Assists | 21 | 11 |
| Steals | 12 | 4 |
| Blocks | 5 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 24 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 16 | 5 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 14 |
| Fouls | 22 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 40 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 99 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half61-32Dez White makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-32Brenton Knapper makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-34Stephen Olowoniyi makes 1-foot dunk (Josiah Lake II assists)
- 2nd Half64-34Allen Graves makes 0-foot dunk (Sash Gavalyugov assists)
- 2nd Half64-37Dez White makes 27-foot three point jumper (Josiah Lake II assists)
- 2nd Half67-37Jake Ensminger makes 23-foot three point jumper (Allen Graves assists)
- 2nd Half67-38Josiah Lake II makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-39Josiah Lake II makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-42Josiah Lake II makes 23-foot three point jumper (Keziah Ekissi assists)
- 2nd Half67-45Keziah Ekissi makes 26-foot three point jumper (Josiah Lake II assists)
- 2nd Half68-45Allen Graves makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-45Allen Graves makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-45Elijah Mahi makes driving layup
- 2nd Half71-47Stephen Olowoniyi makes driving layup
- 2nd Half74-47Elijah Mahi makes 27-foot three pointer (Brenton Knapper assists)
- 2nd Half76-47Elijah Mahi makes 13-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half76-49Josiah Lake II makes layup
- 2nd Half76-50Josiah Lake II makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half77-50Allen Graves makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-50Elijah Mahi makes layup
- 2nd Half79-51Josiah Lake II makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-52Josiah Lake II makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-53Yaak Yaak makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half82-53Elijah Mahi makes 23-foot three point jumper (Thierry Darlan assists)
- 2nd Half83-53Jake Ensminger makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half84-53Jake Ensminger makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half87-53Brenton Knapper makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jake Ensminger assists)
- 2nd Half87-54Olavi Suutela makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half89-54Brenton Knapper makes 10-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half89-55Olavi Suutela makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half92-55Elijah Mahi makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jake Ensminger assists)
- 2nd Half92-58Isaiah Sy makes 26-foot three point jumper (Keziah Ekissi assists)
- 2nd Half94-58Thierry Darlan makes layup (Francis Chukwudebelu assists)
- 2nd Half94-61Keziah Ekissi makes 23-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Sy assists)
- 2nd Half97-61Sash Gavalyugov makes 26-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half99-61KJ Cochran makes 12-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half99-62Jorge Diaz Graham makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half102-62Thierry Darlan makes 30-foot three point jumper (Brenton Knapper assists)
- 2nd Half102-63Jorge Diaz Graham makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half102-64Jorge Diaz Graham makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Oregon State Beavers, below favours Santa Clara Broncos.
Venue
- Gill ColiseumCorvallis, OR
- Attendance3050
- OfficialsDeron White, Matthew Rukasin, Michael Mojica
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