Washington State Cougars face the Pacific Tigers in WCC Tournament
Pacific Tigers (15-17, 11-11 WCC) vs. Washington State Cougars (19-12, 14-6 WCC)
Paradise, Nevada; Sunday, 5 p.m. EDT
BOTTOM LINE: Washington State and Pacific square off in the WCC Tournament.
The Cougars have gone 14-6 against WCC opponents, with a 5-6 record in non-conference play. Washington State is 2-1 in games decided by 3 points or fewer.
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