Oregon State looks to snap skid as evenly matched UMass squad arrives 3-3 at Paradise Jam

Oregon State faces UMass on Nov. 24 at 12:30 p.m. EST in the Paradise Jam seventh-place game. The Beavers bring a 3-3 record after heartbreaking double-OT loss. The Minutemen enter evenly matched at 3-3 after consecutive defeats. Both teams fight for tournament redemption in the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Oregon State’s Double-Overtime Collapse

The Beavers suffered one of the worst losses of the young season. Oregon State controlled most of the game, building a 19-point second-half lead against Iona. But the Gaels stormed back. CJ Anthony scored 22 points, including crucial buckets down the stretch.

Noah Amenhauser led the Beavers with 20 points and 10 rebounds. Isaiah Sy contributed 18 points. Johan Munch added 12. But it wasn’t enough. Iona scored the final 10 points of the game to win in OT. This loss stung more than most.

Coach Wayne Tinkle watched his team crumble when it mattered most. The Beavers face UMass needing an immediate response. Tournament momentum swings fast.

UMass Searches for Consistency

The Minutemen came to the Virgin Islands hoping for a strong showing. Instead, they fell flat. UMass dropped to Charleston 69-65 on opening day. The loss left the Minutemen deflated.

Things didn’t improve against Green Bay. The Phoenix jumped out hot. Marcus Banks Jr. torched UMass from deep. Green Bay shot well and controlled the boards. UMass made just two field goals in the final 5:45 of regulation. The team had no energy down the stretch.

Coach Frank Martin needs his squad to wake up. UMass shoots 46% from the field this season. They score 78.8 points per game. Those numbers should be good enough to compete. Consistency is the problem.

Head-to-Head Stats and Matchup Preview

Stat	Oregon State	UMass
Record	3-3	3-3
Points Per Game	75.2	78.8
3-Point Shooting	7.7 per game	6.3 per game
Field Goal %	TBA	46.0%
Last Result	L 91-84 2OT to Iona	L 79-75 to Green Bay
Previous Meetings	None	None

This marks the first matchup ever between these programs. The Beavers lead in three-point shooting. UMass averages 3.6 more points per contest. But form falters in Paradise Jam.

Keys to Victory and What Comes Next

For Oregon State, defense matters most. The Beavers must guard the three-point line tight. UMass averages 78.8 points and shoots from everywhere. Noah Amenhauser needs to dominate inside. He was the bright spot against Iona.

UMass must find early offense. The Minutemen shot poorly late in their last two games. Ball movement breaks down when UMass faces pressure. Frank Martin needs crisp passes. Oregon State allows 6.3 three-pointers per game. That’s an advantage.

Both teams play for pride here. The winner improves to 4-3. The loser falls to 3-4. Tournament momentum shifts quickly.

Can These Evenly Matched Teams Bounce Back?

Every game matters in November. So far, neither team has established identity. Both press search for consistency. Oregon State watched a win slip away in double-OT. UMass faded when it counted.

Monday’s matchup offers a chance for redemption. The seventh-place game doesn’t feel glamorous. But wins build confidence. Losses compound problems. This game matters more than the bracket suggests.

The Paradise Jam wraps Monday with this consolation contest. Oregon State and UMass both aim to end on a positive note. Which team responds better after back-to-back defeats?

Sources

• Oregon State Athletics – Official game coverage and statistics.
• UMass Athletics – Official schedule and results.
• ESPN – Detailed box scores and player performance data.