About Washington State Cougars Men's Basketball

The Washington State Cougars men's basketball team represents Washington State University in NCAA Division I and has competed in the West Coast Conference (WCC) since the 2024 Pac-12 realignment. The Cougars play at Beasley Coliseum and boast a rich NCAA history with seven appearances, holding a 7–7 record, including a 1941 national runner-up finish and a 2008 Sweet 16 run under Tony Bennett. WSU develops student-athletes who excel academically and athletically through teamwork, discipline, and leadership. Known for their competitive spirit, the program, under recent coaches like David Riley, continues building WCC relevance, targeting conference titles and postseason returns while honoring its Pac-12 legacy. Passionate Crimson fans sustain the tradition amid the conference transition.