Washington State Surpasses Pac-12 Expectations, Eyes Top Spot

Washington State's historic run through the Pac-12 conference play positions them for a potential first-place finish, marking an unprecedented leap from preseason predictions.

• Washington State, initially projected to finish 10th, is now in contention for the Pac-12's top spot, outperforming preseason expectations by a record margin.
• The Cougars' potential nine-spot improvement over their projected finish would set a new conference record, surpassing the previous best by two spots.
• Arizona remains in the lead for the Pac-12 regular-season title but faces tough competition from Washington State.
• Washington State's success is attributed to their performance in close games, boasting a 7-2 record in matches decided by six points or less.
• The Pac-12 conference is assured of two NCAA bids, with Washington State considered a lock following their impressive season.

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