Why It’s Important: If the hype around this Beavers group proves true, Oregon State could have a few home wins under their belt before the Thanksgiving break tournament tips off. A win over a team like St. John’s would not only validate the team’s expected turnaround, but also secure them something they haven’t had in a while...a notable non-conference victory. It would also set up a second round match-up with either a much hyped Missouri squad (a projected Top 25 team) or Long Beach State, a group that Oregon State will play on November 18th in Corvallis, in their last game prior to the Advocare Invitational. At this stage in the game, all Beaver fans should be circling this contest against the Red Storm.