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Oregon State Claims WCC Title; Gonzaga, Portland's Future Uncertain

10/31/2025

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Story summary

The West Coast Conference hosted its tournament at Orleans Arena, with improved officiating and a well-received venue.
The basketball quality was not as high as the former Pac-12 but remained competitive, with few blowouts in 20 games.
Oregon State earned the WCC's automatic NCAA Tournament bid.
Gonzaga and Portland, the top seeds, are unlikely to participate in the NCAA Tournament.
Three Pac-12 teams are projected to make the NCAA Tournament this year.

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Story summary

The West Coast Conference hosted its tournament at Orleans Arena, with improved officiating and a well-received venue.
The basketball quality was not as high as the former Pac-12 but remained competitive, with few blowouts in 20 games.
Oregon State earned the WCC's automatic NCAA Tournament bid.
Gonzaga and Portland, the top seeds, are unlikely to participate in the NCAA Tournament.
Three Pac-12 teams are projected to make the NCAA Tournament this year.