Cam McGriff’s explosions, Lindy Waters’ clutch shooting, and Mitch Solomon’s hustle have keyed big wins for the Pokes, but grad transfer Kendall Smith coming into his own has been just as crucial.
The graduate transfer put up 20 points on 7-of-12 shooting, but his offensive rebound (off his own miss) and pass to Lindy Waters for the go-ahead 3-pointer was as big a play as any. Smith posted 13 points, three rebounds and three assists in the second half alone.
He came to Stillwater with a strong resume as a scorer at the mid-major level for Cal State Northridge.