"Washington State is being outscored by 11.7 points per game with a -353 scoring differential overall. It puts up 62.7 points per game (241st in college basketball) and gives up 74.4 per outing (337th in college basketball). The 62.7 points the Cougars average are only 3.5 more than the Gaels allow."
"Offensively, the Cougars have performed better in home games this season, putting up 66.7 points per game, compared to 61.5 per game in away games. Washington State makes 1.4 fewer threes per contest than the opposition, 5.9 (196th in college basketball) compared to its opponents' 7.3."
Saint Mary's Gaels (15-15) face Washington State Cougars (6-24) on February 28, 2026, at Beasley Coliseum at 3 p.m. ET. Saint Mary's enters the matchup on a three-game losing streak after falling to Gonzaga 75-67, with Addison Wedin scoring 21 points. Washington State recently defeated Seattle U 69-55, led by Alex Covill's 18 points. Washington State averages 62.7 points per game while allowing 74.4, ranking 241st and 337th respectively in college basketball. The Cougars shoot 5.9 three-pointers per game compared to opponents' 7.3. At home, Washington State averages 66.7 points per game. The game will be available on ESPN+.
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