Washington State and California open the season Monday night at Haas Pavilion, each side carrying an 0-0 record and everything to prove. There is no tape to scout, no rhythm to disrupt — just two rosters eager to establish identity from the opening tip.
The stakes are simple but meaningful: a road team looking to steal early momentum against a home squad defending its floor. Season openers reward whoever plays loose and settles fastest, and both programs have a chance to set the tone for everything that follows.
Tip is set for 9:00 PM EST. Two teams, zero prior results, one night to start writing the story.
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