Oregon State basketball falls at Seattle

Published: Monday, February 16, 2026 at 3:23 am

Oregon State Basketball Suffers Setback Against Seattle

Seattle defeated Oregon State in a Sunday night matchup, ending the Beavers' three-game road winning streak. The final score was 60-50, a disappointing result for Oregon State.

Matija Samar led Oregon State with 14 points, while Jorge Diaz Graham contributed 12 points. However, the team struggled overall, particularly in the first half, shooting a mere 29.2% from the field and trailing by 18 points at halftime.

Coach Wayne Tinkle expressed his disappointment after the game, citing a lack of "toughness on the boards" and poor guard play, including turnovers and a tendency to seek fouls. He noted that the team "reverted back to things that have cost us in the past." The starters collectively scored only 13 points on a combined 6 of 26 shooting from the field.

Despite a second-half rally that saw Oregon State narrow the deficit, Seattle maintained its lead, fueled by John Christofilis's 16 points and Will Heimbrodt's 15 points and nine rebounds. The Beavers' late push, led by Diaz Graham and Samar, ultimately fell short.

The loss drops Oregon State to a tie for fifth place in the conference standings with a 14-14 overall record and a 7-8 conference record. They are now tied with three games remaining in the regular season. Seattle, with the win, improved to 16-11 overall and 5-9 in conference play, moving into a tie for ninth place.

BNN's Perspective: While the loss is a setback for Oregon State, it highlights the importance of consistent performance across the entire roster. Coach Tinkle's comments suggest a need for greater focus and effort from all players. The team's ability to bounce back and secure a strong finish to the regular season will be crucial for their postseason aspirations.

Keywords: Oregon State basketball, Seattle, Matija Samar, Jorge Diaz Graham, Wayne Tinkle, WCC, Redhawks, Beavers, basketball loss, college basketball, sports

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