Washington Huskies Upset No. 9 Oregon State, Dimming Pac-12 Title Hopes

In a defensive showcase, the Huskies' victory over Oregon State significantly impacts the Beavers' conference championship aspirations.

Washington's defense led to a 61-51 victory over No. 9 Oregon State, marking the Beavers' first loss to a non-top 10 team this season.
The loss leaves Oregon State mathematically in the Pac-12 title race but realistically out of contention, with Stanford leading by two games.
Oregon State struggled offensively, shooting 35.2%, their second-worst performance of the season, and committed 15 turnovers.
Elle Ladine of Washington scored a game-high 23 points, contributing significantly to the Huskies' win.
The defeat complicates Oregon State's path to a first-round bye in the Pac-12 tournament, with five teams vying for the Nos. 2, 3, and 4 seeds.