The Washington State University (WSU) men’s basketball team had a big win on Sunday, November 17th, defeating the Rhode Island Rams 68-60 in the Hall of Fame Tip-Off tournament. The Cougars were led by Isaac Jones, who scored 21 points and grabbed six rebounds in the victory.
The Cougars started off strong, taking a 10-point lead at the half. The Rams came back in the second half, but the Cougars held on for the win. Jones was the star of the game, shooting 8-for-14 from the field and 5-for-6 from the free throw line. He also added two assists and two steals to his stat line.
The Cougars were also helped by their defense, which held the Rams to just 36 percent shooting from the field. WSU also outrebounded Rhode Island 37-30. It was a total team effort for the Cougars, as four players scored in double figures.
The win was a big one for WSU, as it was their first win over a Power Five conference school since 2015. It was also a great way to start the season for the Cougars, who are looking to make some noise in the Pac-12 this year.
Jones’ performance was especially impressive, as he showed he can be a leader for this team. He is a junior guard who has been with the program since his freshman year and is looking to take his game to the next level this season. If he can continue to put up performances like this, the Cougars will be a tough team to beat.
Overall, it was a great win for WSU and a great way to start the season. The Cougars will look to keep it going as they face off against St. Bonaventure on Tuesday, November 19th.
