PULLMAN, Wash. – A hot-shooting second half by Washington State (1-0) was too much for Texas State (0-1) to overcome in the season opener as the Cougars claimed an 83-61 victory Monday night at Beasley Coliseum.
"We played an experienced, talented and well coached team tonight. I thought we showed some promise early on but struggled to sustain it throughout the game," said head coach . "Credit Coach [Kyle] Smith and his players. They made the necessary adjustments that put us in some tough spots. We have to look at this game as a learning experience and grow from it.