Oregon State Routs Cal Baptist 96-68
Legend Smiley scored 21 points off the bench as the Beavers improved to 2-0.
Updated on Nov. 7, 2026 in Basketball
Oregon State defeated Cal Baptist 96-68 on Friday, taking the lead with 15:52 left in the first half and never trailing again. The Beavers led 44-34 at halftime before a 17-1 second-half run extended the margin to 28 points.
Why it matters
The win keeps Oregon State perfect through two games and gives the Corvallis program an early statement on its depth, with five players scoring in double figures. For Cal Baptist, the loss drops the team to 0-2 early in the season.
Smiley shot 9 of 13 from the field, including 3 of 7 from deep, while Gory went 8 of 13 for 18 points. Cal Baptist's Terry Coner Jr. led all scorers with 16 points and four assists, but the extraction does not report opposing shooting percentages.
The players
Oregon State Beavers
The Oregon State men's basketball program represents the public university in Corvallis, Oregon, and competes in the Pac-12 Conference.
Cal Baptist Lancers
The Cal Baptist men's basketball program represents the private Christian university in Riverside, California, and competes in NCAA Division I.
The details
Oregon State took control in the first half and widened its advantage after halftime, with Josiah Lake shooting 5 of 7 for 15 points and scoring a team-high 13 in the second half. Justas Stonkus scored 12 points with three steals for Cal Baptist, and Anton Safin added nine.
Timeline
Friday: Oregon State defeats Cal Baptist 96-68.
Monday: Oregon State hosts Eastern Washington at home.
Wednesday: Cal Baptist hosts Chicago State.
Season Trajectory
Oregon State's 2-0 start gives it an early foothold in a season where early results often shape seeding conversations later on. Cal Baptist's 0-2 start puts pressure on the Lancers to respond quickly in their upcoming home game against Chicago State.
Oregon State's start puts it in position to hold its early lead in the standings if it wins Monday's home game against Eastern Washington. For Cal Baptist, a Wednesday home game against Chicago State offers a near-term chance to avoid an 0-3 start.
The takeaway
Oregon State's balanced scoring, with five players in double figures, is the clearest early indicator of what this team can do over a long season. Cal Baptist will need to find consistent offense to stay competitive as its schedule continues.
What happens next
Oregon State hosts Eastern Washington at home on Monday, and Cal Baptist hosts Chicago State on Wednesday.
Further reading
Follow more Corvallis basketball coverage for context on the Beavers' early-season run.
