Parker Friedrichsen, Ryan Beasley help Washington turn back Mississippi Valley State 77-64
SEATTLE (AP) — Parker Friedrichsen scored 17 points off the bench and Ryan Beasley posted a double-double to guide Washington to a 77-64 victory over Mississippi Valley State on Monday night.Friedrichsen sank 6 of 14 shots, including 5 of 11 from 3-point range, Beasley totaled 16 points, 10 rebounds and six assists — making 6 of 11 shots with four 3-pointers.
Parker Friedrichsen contributed 17 points off the bench and Ryan Beasley posted a double-double, propelling Washington to a 77-64 win over Mississippi Valley State on Monday night. Friedrichsen went 6 of 14 from the field, including 5 of 11 from three-point range, while Beasley netted 16 points, 10 rebounds, and six assists, hitting four of his 11 shots from beyond the arc.
Steele Venters added 15 points for Washington, and LeJuan Watts provided 10 rebounds and five assists along with seven points. AJ Abrams led the Delta Devils (0-2) with 20 points, while Gabriel Martinez and Matt Anglo each contributed 16 points. Washington took an early lead, 12-8, with Venters and Friedrichsen connecting on back-to-back three-pointers.
The Huskies maintained a 10-point lead at halftime, 43-33. Washington extended their advantage in the second half, with a 13-0 run led by Beasley's two three-pointers and eight points. Despite a late rally by Mississippi Valley State, Washington emerged victorious, 77-64. The Delta Devils attempted 19 of 23 free throws, while Washington made 4 of 7.
Washington will face Utah on Saturday, while Mississippi Valley State travels to Oregon on Wednesday.
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