Nick Townsend scores 31 as Stanford beats Rice 91-73
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 11, 2026, 1:47 AM
Last updated Nov 11, 2026

Stanford men's basketball triumphed over Rice 91-73 at Maples Pavilion on November 10. Nick Townsend led the Card with 31 points, edging closer to his career high. The game featured a strong start for Stanford, which went on a decisive 29-10 run in the second half. The Cardinal move to 3-0 on the season and next face UNLV on November 13, their first road game.
- •Stanford improves to 3-0 this season.
- •Rice outscored 42-32 in the paint.
- •Townsend finished with eight rebounds and six assists.
- •Stanford had a season-high 38 points from the bench.
- •The next game is against UNLV on November 13.
- 1:47 AMYahoo Sports — Nick Townsend Drops 31 as Stanford Routs Rice to Stay Perfect
"The Cardinal are still finding their identity, but in the process continue to stack up wins.
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