DALLAS, TEXAS — SMU put together a strong effort, highlighted by a 12-0 run to tie the game at 31-31 in the first half, but ultimately fell 85-83 to OSU. The Mustangs have now recorded 30 runs of at least 10-0 this season.
Stat Breakdown
- 3PT Shooting: SMU 12-21, OSU 10-21
- Assists: SMU 22, OSU 21
- Steals: SMU 10, OSU 8
- Field Goals: SMU 27 total, assisted on 22
Oquendo’s Career Night
Kario Oquendo led all scorers with 31 points, including 26 in the first half, the most by an SMU player before halftime since at least 2004. He went 9-9 from the field and 5-5 from three.
Other Key Performances
- Chuck Harris: 17 points, 10 assists (career-high, 2nd double-double)
- Samet Yiğitoğlu: 12 points, 9 rebounds, 2 steals
- Matt Cross: 11 points, 8 rebounds, 4 steals
- B.J. Edwards: 7 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists
Despite a strong fight, SMU fell just short, moving to 20-6 when four or more players score in double digits.
