NEW TOWN, N.D. – Eastern Oregon University Men's Basketball continued their strong start to the 2026-27 season Saturday afternoon, rolling past Bismarck State College 90-62 to remain undefeated at 3-0.
The Mountaineers established control early, building a commanding 47-26 halftime advantage before maintaining their lead throughout the second half. Eastern Oregon's offensive attack and efficient shooting proved too much for the Mystics, who fell to 0-4 on the season.
EOU was particularly effective from beyond the arc in the opening half, knocking down nine three-pointers on 15 attempts. The Mountaineers finished the afternoon shooting 50.8% from the field (31-of-61), including 12-of-29 from three-point range, while converting 16-of-18 attempts at the free-throw line.
Logan Orchard led the Mountaineers with 16 points, putting together a perfect shooting performance. Orchard finished 5-of-5 from the field, including 3-of-3 from beyond the arc, and knocked down all three of his free throws. He also contributed seven rebounds, three assists and two steals.
Eamon Monahan added 15 points and seven rebounds, while
Keilan Torkornoo chipped in 10 points on 4-of-7 shooting, including a pair of three-pointers.
Eastern Oregon also received a significant contribution from its bench, which accounted for 45 points.
Cole Hammack finished with 12 points on 4-of-6 shooting, while
Gabe Britton added seven points, including two three-pointers.
Jaden Hansen contributed seven points, and
Isaiah Jones and
Drake Devin each finished with six.
The Mountaineers' defensive effort helped create separation throughout the contest. EOU forced 13 turnovers while committing just six of its own, resulting in a 13-5 advantage in points off turnovers. Eastern Oregon also held a 32-23 edge in rebounding.
Bismarck State was led by Johnathan Hawthorne Jr., who scored 16 points off the bench, while Carter Zeller added 13 points. The Mystics shot 38.9% from the field and struggled to keep pace with Eastern Oregon's offensive efficiency.
With the 90-62 victory, Eastern Oregon moves to 3-0 to open the season and will look to carry its early momentum into its next matchup. The Mountaineers will head to Walla Walla, Washington for an exhibition matchup on Saturday, November 14 against Whitman.
