Arizona State University Edges Out Oklahoma State
In a thrilling matchup on Tuesday night, Arizona State University edged out Oklahoma State with an 85-76 victory, thanks to a critical late-game run. Massamba Diop was a key performer for the Sun Devils, contributing 17 points, while Santiago Trouet not only scored 16 points but also recorded a double-double with 10 rebounds.
Decisive Late-Game Run
With the game on the line, Arizona State ignited a decisive 9-0 scoring streak after the Cowboys had narrowed the gap to just one point at 69-68 following a three-pointer from Kanye Clary. This surge propelled Arizona State ahead by ten with only 1:25 remaining in the game as Maurice Odum hit a crucial three-pointer and Noah Meeusen added the last four points of the stretch. The Sun Devils then clinched their victory by converting crucial free throws, finishing with an impressive 28 out of 35 from the line.
Shooting Performance and Turnovers
Arizona State’s shooting percentages reflected a challenging night overall, as they managed to hit 40% from the field (26 of 65) and struggled from beyond the arc, making just 5 of their 21 attempts. However, they capitalized on Oklahoma State’s 17 turnovers, scoring 26 points off those mistakes.
For the Cowboys, Anthony Roy and Parsa Fallah were the standout scorers, each netting 16 points, with Roy facing struggles from three-point range, shooting only 2 of 10. Clary added to Oklahoma State’s total with 11 points.
Game Progression
In the second half, the score tied twice, but Arizona State pulled ahead with a 13-5 run that gave them a comfortable 60-52 lead with just over ten minutes left. The Cowboys had momentarily led in the early stages but were unable to regain control as the game progressed.
Upcoming Matches
Next on the agenda, Oklahoma State will face off against TCU this Saturday, while Arizona State prepares for a tough matchup at home against the 16th-ranked Texas Tech on Tuesday.
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