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Postseason NIT - Washington State vs Santa Clara Final: 63-50 - Recap

Washington State earned a 63-50 victory over Santa Clara on Tuesday, getting 23 points from Tyrell Roberts at Wallis Beasley Performing Arts Coliseum.

Bettors who backed Washington State were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -3.0 at sportsbooks.

Washington State got 13 points from Efe Abogidi and another 9 points from Michael Flowers. Michael Flowers contributed 5 assists, while Dishon Jackson cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.

Santa Clara got a 19-point performance from Jalen Williams, who was supported by 19 points from Josip Vrankic. Jalen Williams had 4 assists in a losing cause for Santa Clara, while Jalen Williams grabbed 15 rebounds.

Washington State was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

Washington State won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 41-40.