The Cougars played Colorado State in a secret scrimmage in Fort Collins on Sunday afternoon, winning 87-78 over a tournament team from last season, one that fin
ished 25-11 overall before losing to Texas in the Round of 64. Both teams have heavily turned over rosters, but the offense is what stuck out for the Cougars., who was a projected second-rounder in the 2024 NBA Draft. Clifford averaged 12.2 points, 7.6 boards, and 3.0 assists per game last season and plays very strong defense, meaning that he is a good matchup for Washington State'sScoring 87 points as a new unit is impressive, but nothing new for David Riley and company.
The fact that he brought so many players with him means his system could be just as effective even at a higher level of college hoops, and this win over CSU was another indication that Washington State is moving in the right direction.Keenan Womack is a sportswriter native to Dallas, Texas, who has spent the last 12 years in Austin, the home of his alma mater, the University of Texas.
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