The Loyola Marymount Lions will face off against the Oregon State Beavers in Corvallis on Wednesday night, as both teams seek to improve their standing in the West Coast Conference (WCC). Currently, the Lions hold a record of 11-8 overall and 2-4 in WCC play, while the Beavers come into the matchup with a 9-10 record, also at 2-4 in conference play.
Loyola Marymount is looking to break a three-game losing streak on the road, while Oregon State has fared well at home, boasting an 8-3 record on their home court. The Beavers have shown resilience, with a record of 4-5 in games with a margin of at least 10 points.
In terms of statistics, Loyola Marymount ranks eighth in the WCC, averaging 31.9 rebounds per game, with standout player Jalen Shelley leading the team at 6.7 rebounds. The Lions’ offense has been productive, shooting 46.4% from the field, which marginally exceeds the 43.2% shooting average of opponents faced by Oregon State.
When it comes to three-pointers, the Beavers excel with an average of 8.7 made three-pointers per game, while Loyola Marymount allows 7.3 to their opponents. The last 10 games have seen Oregon State average 69.9 points per game, although they have struggled defensively, yielding 75.3 points to opponents. Conversely, the Lions have seen a scoring average of 73.3 points while allowing 76.5.
Top performers to keep an eye on include Josiah Lake for Oregon State, who averages 12.8 points, 3.9 assists, and 1.6 steals. For the Lions, Rodney Brown Jr. stands out with an average of 14.4 points while shooting 43.4%.
As both teams look to gain momentum in the WCC, the upcoming bout promises to be an exciting contest that could hold significant implications for their seasons. Fans can expect an intense battle on the court as they vie for critical conference wins.