Wazzu’s three-point barrage buries Pacific in 887-71 win

February 19, 2026 - 09:23

The Washington State Cougars emphatically halted a three-game skid with an 87-71 victory over the Pacific Tigers on Wednesday night. The win was engineered by a blistering offensive display, as the Cougars rained down a season-high 14 three-pointers.

Washington State's offense operated with stunning efficiency, recording its second-best performance of the year by scoring 1.403 points per possession. This shooting clinic transformed the contest, allowing the Cougars to build and maintain a commanding lead throughout the second half. The team's ball movement and shot selection created high-percentage looks from beyond the arc, which they consistently converted.

Defensively, the Cougars applied sufficient pressure to disrupt Pacific's rhythm, ensuring their own explosive scoring run would not be challenged. The balanced and dominant performance provides a significant momentum boost as the team looks ahead to the final stretch of its conference schedule. The victory improves Washington State's overall record while showcasing the team's potent scoring capability when its outside shots are falling.