Vandal Hoops falls to Oregon State

CORVALLIS, Ore – Idaho men's basketball (4-6) could not overcome a cold streak to start the second half against Oregon State (6-2) on Saturday at Gill Coliseum.

Tyler Mrus led the Vandals on the score sheet for the third time this season, with 15 points on 6-11 shooting. Jack Payne added 12 points, his third double-figure effort in the last five games, and four rebounds, in a team-leading 28 minutes.

The first half began as a back and forth affair, with a Kolton Mitchell three at the 15:40 mark giving Idaho a 10-8 advantage. The Beavers responded with a 22-12 run, taking a 10-point lead with just over three minutes left on the first half clock. The Vandals fought back, cutting the deficit…