Photo by: Finley Simkin
By: Finley Simkin
Written: Jan 31, 2026
San Diego, CA – The Oregon State Beavers edged the University of San Diego Toreros 78–76 in overtime on January 31, 2026, at the Jenny Craig Pavilion in a tightly contested non-conference matchup that came down to the final possession.
USD trailed 30–25 at halftime after Oregon State knocked down three early three-pointers and capitalized on turnovers. The Toreros stayed within reach by controlling the glass but struggled to find offensive rhythm early, committing several turnovers that limited scoring opportunities in the first half.
The Toreros responded in the second half, scoring 35 points after the break and attacking the paint to erase the deficit. Despite committing 20 turnovers, USD continued to respond defensively, recording 12 steals and forcing Oregon State into mistakes late in regulation to send the game to overtime.
Overtime featured traded baskets and physical play on both ends. A momentum-shifting dunk by Ty-Laur Johnson (#5) energized the crowd midway through the period, though a technical foul assessed moments later halted the run. Oregon State converted at the free-throw line down the stretch, finishing the night with 18 made free throws.
USD was also forced to navigate overtime shorthanded, as three Toreros fouled out over the course of the game. Ty-Laur Johnson (#5) picked up his fifth foul late in overtime, while Assane Diop (#7) and Gavin Ripp (#12) each reached the foul limit as well, limiting USD’s rotation in the closing minutes of a game decided by two points.
USD had a final opportunity to extend the game in the closing seconds, but the last attempt was off target as time expired, sealing the 78–76 overtime loss.
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Photos and reporting by Finley Simkin
San Diego sports photographer. IG: finleys._photography | Covering San Diego Sports.
