PULLMAN, Wash. (AP) Josh Hawkinson scored 15 points and grabbed 11 rebounds to lead Washington State to an 80-70 victory over Northern Arizona on Friday night.
The nonconference game at Beasley Coliseum was the season opener for both teams.
Washington State freshman Viont'e Daniels sank all five of his 3-point attempts and matched Hawkinson's 15 points. Que Johnson and Renard Suggs both added 11 points for the Cougars.
Kris Yanku led Northern Arizona with 15 points. Jaleni Neely and Torry Johnson both scored 13, Jordyn Martin had 12 and Mike Green added 11.