Nick Townsend scores 25 to lead Stanford to 81-63 victory over Oakland

On Friday night, Stanford defeated Oakland 81-63, with Nick Townsend leading the way by scoring 25 points. The Cardinal secured a significant lead in the second half, never trailing again throughout the game. Townsend had an impressive shooting performance, making 8 of 11 shots, including a crucial three-pointer and eight free throws.

Christian Bliss contributed significantly to Stanford's victory with four three-pointers and 17 points, while Aidan Cammann added 13 points. Chris Fields Jr. led Oakland with 23 points, followed by reserve William Kassi with 11 points. Oakland took an early 11-7 lead less than six minutes into the game, but Stanford quickly regained control.

Townsend's jumper and subsequent three-point play helped Stanford take a 38-33 advantage into halftime. The Cardinal ultimately secured the victory, shooting 47% overall, making 9 of 27 three-pointers and 14 of 15 free throws. Oakland, on the other hand, shot 45% but missed key shots from beyond the arc and free throws, failing to capitalize on their opportunities.