UW Hoops Fight Back From 13-Point Deficit to Beat Seattle Pacific

From Down 13 to an Overtime Win

The University of Washington men's basketball team rallied from a 13-point halftime deficit to defeat Seattle Pacific 78-76 in overtime on Monday night at Alaska Airlines Arena. The Huskies improved to 3-1 on the season, while the Falcons fell to 1-2.

P.J. Fuller led the Huskies with 21 points, while Keion Brooks Jr. added 15 points. Emmitt Matthews Jr. scored the game-winning basket with 12 seconds remaining in overtime. Colby McEwen had 12 points and eight rebounds for UW.

Key Highlights of the Game

The Huskies trailed by 13 points at halftime, but they chipped away at the lead in the second half. They took their first lead of the game with 5:17 remaining in regulation. The game was tied at the end of regulation and in the final seconds of overtime.

Matthews' game-winning basket came after he grabbed an offensive rebound following a missed free throw by Brooks Jr. He was fouled on the play and made the ensuing free throw to give the Huskies a 78-76 lead.

Other Notable Performances

Justin Valentine led Seattle Pacific with 24 points, followed by Cameron Tyson's 19 points.

The Huskies shot 45.3% from the field, while the Falcons shot 41.8%. UW outrebounded Seattle Pacific 45-38.

Impact on Season and Fan Celebration

The win is a big one for the Huskies, who are now 3-1 on the season. They will face a tough test on Friday when they travel to face No. 1 Gonzaga. The win marked the Huskies' first overtime game of the season.

The game was also notable for the large crowd of Husky fans in attendance. The announced attendance was 7,678.