Washington State Cougars men's basketball

Washington State Cougars men's basketball
2025–26 Washington State Cougars men's basketball team
UniversityWashington State University
Head coachDavid Riley (2nd season)
LocationPullman, Washington
ArenaBeasley Coliseum
(capacity: 12,058)
ConferenceWCC
(Pac-12 in 2026–27)
NicknameCougars
ColorsCrimson and gray
   
NCAA Division I tournament runner-up
1941
Other NCAA Division I tournament results
Final Four1941
Elite Eight1941
Sweet Sixteen2008
Appearances1941, 1980, 1983, 1994, 2007, 2008, 2024
Pre-tournament Helms national champions
1917
Conference regular-season champions
1917, 1941
Uniforms
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The Washington State Cougars men's basketball team represents Washington State University and competes in the West Coast Conference (WCC) of NCAA Division I. The Cougars play their home games on campus in Pullman at Beasley Coliseum, which has a capacity of 12,058. They are currently led by head coach David Riley. Washington State has appeared in the NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament seven times, most recently in 2024.