San Diego, California – Peppered for a Matchup
The Pepperdine Waves are on the road looking strong as they lead the San Diego Toreros 55-40 in a West Coast basketball clash. Coming off a much-needed victory against Pacific, where they secured a solid 60-44 win, the Waves are eager to keep the momentum going. Their last encounter with San Diego did not end well, and the team entered this game with extra motivation to flip the script.
Currently, Pepperdine holds an 8-13 record, while San Diego sits at a challenging 4-18. The Toreros will rely heavily on their home-court advantage at Jenny Craig Pavilion as they try to break an eight-game losing streak. Their last defeat was against San Francisco, where they fell short 81-69. Despite the loss, some standout performances were displayed, with Tony Duckett scoring 17 points and Joey Chammaa chipping in 12 points. However, Kody Clouet’s tough night, marked by a 0-5 performance from three-point range, highlighted some of the struggles the team faced.
On the rebounding front, San Diego showcased their fighting spirit, pulling down 14 offensive rebounds. This effort is becoming a trend as the team has now grabbed at least 12 offensive boards in their last four games. On the other hand, Pepperdine is looking to build on their recent success, particularly through the contributions of Moe Odum, who scored 11 points along with five assists and five rebounds, and Stefan Todorovic, who racked up a double-double with 14 points and 10 rebounds.
The upcoming match is not just a fight for pride; it carries betting implications too. Currently, Pepperdine is a slight 2.5-point favorite against San Diego, and they’re expected to win a close matchup. Interestingly, both teams have pleased bettors recently against the spread; San Diego has managed a respectable 5-3 record while being underdogs in their last eight matches.
Last year’s meeting saw San Diego edge past Pepperdine 57-52, and fans are curious if they can recreate that success tonight. As the two teams get ready to clash, the tension rises—will San Diego secure their first win in over a month, or will Pepperdine turn the tables and add another victory to their record? The answer is just around the corner, with tip-off scheduled for 10:00 p.m. ET.
