BOISE, Idaho — In an exciting matchup on Saturday night, Washington State secured a 74-69 victory over Boise State, thanks in part to LeJuan Watts’ impressive performance, who contributed 20 points to the win.

Watts not only excelled in scoring but also showcased his all-around game with 11 rebounds and six assists for the Cougars, who improved their record to 8-2. Supporting his effort, Dane Erikstrup added 14 points while making 6 of 10 shots from the field, including 2 of 5 from beyond the arc. Isaiah Watts also made a significant contribution, scoring 12 points with a shooting performance of 5 for 9, which included sinking 2 of 5 three-point attempts.

On the other side, Andrew Meadow was the standout for Boise State, finishing the night with 21 points along with seven rebounds. Teammate Tyson Degenhart supported the effort with 18 points, while Alvaro Cardenas Torre contributed a well-rounded performance with 10 points, six rebounds, five assists, and two steals.

The opening half saw Isaiah Watts score nine points, helping Washington State to establish a commanding lead, with a halftime score of 44-24. LeJuan Watts continued to lead the charge with 12 points in the second half. Although the Cougars were outscored by 15 points during the last half of play, they managed to hold onto their lead to secure the win.