Jeff Pollard

FILE - In this Feb. 23, 2020, file photo, Washington State head coach Kyle Smith reacts to an official's call during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Stanford in Pullman, Wash. Washington State had a surprisingly good season in Smith’s first year, but many of the key players from last year’s team are gone. No matter. Smith put together a great recruiting class and the Cougars are confident heading into this pandemic-delayed season. (AP Photo/Young Kwak, File)

Strong recruiting class should help Cougars build momentum

By Nicholas K. Geranios Nov. 09, 2020 04:33 PM EST

UCLA forward Cody Riley (2) shoots over Washington State forward Jeff Pollard during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Thursday, Feb. 13, 2020, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

Riley leads UCLA past Washington State in OT, 86-83

Jill Painter Lopez Feb. 14, 2020 02:28 AM EST

Washington State coach Kyle Smith calls out a play during the first half of the team's NCAA college basketball game against Oregon on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2020, in Pullman, Wash. (AP Photo/Pete Caster)

Elleby scores 25, Washington State surprises No. 8 Oregon

By William Ferguson Jan. 16, 2020 11:24 PM EST

Stanford forward Spencer Jones (14) shoots against Washington State during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game Saturday, Jan. 11, 2020, in Stanford, Calif. (AP Photo/John Hefti)

Stanford keeps up mastery of Washington State with 88-62 win

By Rick Eymer Jan. 11, 2020 08:17 PM EST

Elleby, Washington St. beat Arkansas-Pine Bluff 65-50

Dec. 29, 2019 10:35 PM EST
PULLMAN, Wash. (AP) — Noah Williams’ defensive performance in the second half helped lead Washington State on a 17-5 run and to a 65-60 victory over Arkansas...

Bonton leads Washington State past Incarnate Word, 87-59

By Will Ferguson Dec. 22, 2019 12:06 AM EST
PULLMAN, Wash. (AP) — Isaac Bonton scored 19 points and had 12 rebounds for his first career double-double to lead Washington State to a 87-59 victory over...

Elleby leads Washington State to win over Florida A&M 87-73

By Will Ferguson Dec. 20, 2019 12:51 AM EST
PULLMAN, Wash. (AP) — Washington State jumped out to a 25-5 lead early in the first period and never looked backed against an over-matched Florida A&M team...

Elleby, Pollard boost Washington St. past UC Riverside 70-56

By Will Ferguson Dec. 15, 2019 06:41 PM EST
PULLMAN, Wash. (AP) — Four the fourth time this season, Washington State forced more than 20 turnovers against their opponent. The Cougars’...

Elleby leads Washington State over New Mexico State 63-54

By Nicholas K. Geranios Dec. 07, 2019 05:10 PM EST
SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — With 11 minutes left in the game and his team clinging to a 2-point lead, Washington State's CJ Elleby turned to his teammates on the...

Colorado State takes 5th place at Cayman Islands Classic

Nov. 27, 2019 04:55 PM EST
GEORGE TOWN, Cayman Islands (AP) — Adam Thistlewood made five 3-pointers and finished with 20 points, Nico Carvacho had 16 points and 14 rebounds and Colorado...

Elleby, Cannon spark Washington St past Old Dominion 66-50

Nov. 26, 2019 07:45 PM EST
GEORGE TOWN, Cayman Islands (AP) — C.J. Elleby scored 21 points and Marvin Cannon had 10 of his 14 in the second half on Tuesday night when Washington State...

Elleby leads Washington State past Idaho State 72-61

By Will Ferguson Nov. 17, 2019 06:21 PM EST
PULLMAN, Wash. (AP) — One of CJ Elleby’s favorite things is getting a steal and then seeing the open court in front of him. His seven...