Oregon State Throttles Central Connecticut State, 80-59

Richard Mackson-USA TODAY SportsWhile the rest of the Pac-12 spent their Saturday attempting to set a new mark for futility throughout the proclaimed “Conference of Champions”, Oregon State managed to handle their business on-the-court and outclassed an over-matched Central Connecticut State squad, 80-59.

The victory pushes the Beavers overall record to 8-4 on the season (5-1 at home) heading into the new year.

Utilizing a dominant first-half which saw Oregon State enter the mid-game break with 50-21 advantage, head coach Wayne Tinkle’s group never allowed the Blue Devils back into the contest, despite being outscored by eight in the final twenty minutes of action. It was an almost effortless…