Alex G. Spanos Center (Stockton, California)
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- The Canadian Connection: This matchup features a heavy northern influence. Pacific’s first-year head coach, Dave Smart, won 13 national titles in Canada and has filled his roster with Canadian talent like Elias Ralph and Jaden Clayton. Meanwhile, OSU’s Malcolm Christie also hails from the Great White North (New Brunswick).
- Road Test: While the Beavers have been strong at Gill Coliseum, they are searching for consistency on the road. This is the first of a two-game California swing that will test OSU’s ability to maintain defensive intensity away from home.
- Charity Stripe Efficiency: Oregon State continues to be elite at the free-throw line, shooting 77.6% as a team. In their last visit to…