Portland Pilots Defeat Long Beach State Beach 93-73
Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 10:00 PM ET · Chiles Center
Portland Pilots 93, Long Beach State Beach 73, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Long Beach State Beach vs Portland Pilots?
Portland Pilots beat Long Beach State Beach 93-73 at Chiles Center on November 26, 2025.
Who was favored in Long Beach State Beach vs Portland Pilots?
Portland Pilots were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -230 (about 70% implied). The favorite won.
The Portland Pilots secured a decisive 93-73 victory over the Long Beach State Beach at the Chiles Center, showcasing their offensive prowess and solidifying their home court advantage. This matchup was particularly significant as it marked the second meeting between these teams in the current season, with Portland having previously triumphed 63-61 in an earlier encounter.
Entering the game, the Pilots held a home record of 5-3, while the Beach struggled with an away record of just 1-6. Portland's recent form had been mixed, with a record of 5-5 over their last ten games, but they were on a two-game losing streak prior to this matchup. In contrast, Long Beach State had only managed one win in their last ten outings, bringing a dismal record of 1-9 into the contest. The Pilots averaged 81.5 points scored per game while allowing 79.5, indicating a tendency for high-scoring affairs. Long Beach State, on the other hand, averaged 69.1 points scored and allowed 75.3, reflecting their struggles on both ends of the court.
The game unfolded with Portland establishing a strong offensive rhythm early on. They were able to leverage their home court advantage effectively, scoring 93 points against Long Beach State's 73. The scoring was highlighted by Timo George, who made significant contributions with multiple layups and a free throw, while Gavin Sykes also showcased his skills with a three-point jumper. The scoring plays in the second half included a series of free throws and assists that helped maintain Portland's lead and ultimately seal the game.
In terms of betting lines, DraftKings had the Pilots favored by 5.5 points, with a total set at 148.5. The odds reflected the expectation of a competitive game, but Portland's performance exceeded those expectations. The home moneyline was listed at -230, while Long Beach State's was at +190, indicating a clear preference for Portland among bettors.
The conditions at the Chiles Center were favorable for the Pilots, who thrived in front of their home crowd. The atmosphere likely contributed to their strong performance, allowing them to capitalize on their scoring opportunities while limiting Long Beach State's effectiveness. The Beach's struggles were evident, as they continued to search for consistency in their game, which has eluded them throughout the season.
As the game concluded, Portland's victory not only improved their record but also provided a much-needed boost in confidence as they look to build momentum moving forward. For Long Beach State, the loss continued their search for answers as they aim to turn their season around. Fans and analysts will be keen to see how both teams respond in their upcoming fixtures.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | PORT -5.5 | 148.5 o -110 / u -110 | Long Beach State Beach +190 · Portland Pilots -230 |
Leaders
- PointsTimo George19Portland Pilots
- AssistsJoel Foxwell7Portland Pilots
- ReboundsTimo George6Portland Pilots
- PointsPetar Majstorovic23Long Beach State Beach
- AssistsGavin Sykes4Long Beach State Beach
- ReboundsGavin Sykes5Long Beach State Beach
Recent form
Portland Pilots
Last 10: 5-5Streak L281.5 scored · 79.5 allowed per game5-3 at home
- L66-76vs St. Thomas TommiesNov 23
- L80-86vs Northern Colorado BearsNov 23
- W103-85vs Cal State Fullerton TitansNov 22
- L56-93at Wyoming CowboysNov 16
- W67-63vs UC Davis AggiesNov 9
- W83-74vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsNov 7
- W120-83vs Willamette BearcatsNov 4
- L73-86vs Pepperdine WavesMar 8
- L80-82at San Diego TorerosMar 2
- W87-67vs Pepperdine WavesFeb 28
Long Beach State Beach
Last 10: 1-9Streak L169.1 scored · 75.3 allowed per game0-5 away
- L72-78vs Montana State BobcatsNov 22
- W87-54vs Nobel KnightsNov 20
- L80-82vs Illinois State RedbirdsNov 17
- L66-69at Pacific TigersNov 13
- L62-82at Fresno State BulldogsNov 8
- L45-77at San Diego State AztecsNov 5
- L69-83vs Cal Poly MustangsMar 9
- L63-70at UC San Diego TritonsMar 7
- L60-70at UC Irvine AnteatersMar 2
- L87-88vs Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersFeb 28
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| UC Irvine | 23-12 | - | 15-5 |
| Hawai'i | 24-9 | 1 | 14-6 |
| UC San Diego | 23-11 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Cal State Northridge | 20-14 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Cal State Fullerton | 18-16 | 3 | 12-8 |
| UC Davis | 19-14 | 4 | 11-9 |
| UC Santa Barbara | 18-14 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Cal Poly | 14-19 | 5 | 10-10 |
| Long Beach State | 10-22 | 9 | 6-14 |
| UC Riverside | 10-22 | 10 | 5-15 |
| Cal State Bakersfield | 8-24 | 13 | 2-18 |
| Gonzaga | 31-4 | - | 16-2 |
| Saint Mary's | 27-6 | - | 16-2 |
| Santa Clara | 26-9 | 1 | 15-3 |
| Oregon State | 17-16 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Seattle U | 21-14 | 8 | 8-10 |
| Pacific | 18-15 | 8 | 8-10 |
| San Francisco | 17-16 | 8 | 8-10 |
| Washington State | 12-20 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Loyola Marymount | 15-17 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Portland | 15-19 | 10 | 6-12 |
| San Diego | 12-21 | 11 | 5-13 |
| Pepperdine | 9-23 | 12 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Long Beach State Beach | Portland Pilots |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-60 | 35-50 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 70 |
| Three-pointers | 7-26 | 6-12 |
| Three-point % | 27 | 50 |
| Free throws | 14-20 | 17-19 |
| Free throw % | 70 | 89 |
| Rebounds | 24 | 30 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 3 |
| Defensive rebounds | 14 | 27 |
| Assists | 16 | 26 |
| Steals | 4 | 6 |
| Blocks | 1 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 17 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 54 |
| Fouls | 16 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 22 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half42-52Garrett Nuckolls made Layup. Assisted by Joel Foxwell.
- 2nd Half44-52Dallas Washington made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half44-54Garrett Nuckolls made Layup. Assisted by Jermaine Ballisager Webb.
- 2nd Half44-56Timo George made Layup.
- 2nd Half46-56Gavin Sykes made Jumper.
- 2nd Half46-58Jermaine Ballisager Webb made Dunk. Assisted by Mikah Ballew.
- 2nd Half46-60Matúš Hronský made Dunk.
- 2nd Half47-60Cole Farrell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-60Cole Farrell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-62Timo George made Layup. Assisted by Jermaine Ballisager Webb.
- 2nd Half50-62Cole Farrell made Layup.
- 2nd Half50-65Joel Foxwell made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half53-65Petar Majstorovic made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Rob Diaz III.
- 2nd Half53-68Joel Foxwell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Timo George.
- 2nd Half54-68Christian Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-70James O'Donnell made Jumper. Assisted by Mikah Ballew.
- 2nd Half57-70Petar Majstorovic made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Gavin Sykes.
- 2nd Half57-72James O'Donnell made Jumper. Assisted by Cameron Williams.
- 2nd Half57-73James O'Donnell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-73Petar Majstorovic made Layup. Assisted by Cole Farrell.
- 2nd Half59-75James O'Donnell made Layup. Assisted by Mikah Ballew.
- 2nd Half59-77Joel Foxwell made Layup.
- 2nd Half59-79Joel Foxwell made Jumper.
- 2nd Half60-79Leopold Levillain made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-81James O'Donnell made Layup. Assisted by Joel Foxwell.
- 2nd Half62-81Petar Majstorovic made Layup. Assisted by JJ Chaikovsky.
- 2nd Half62-83Jermaine Ballisager Webb made Dunk. Assisted by Joel Foxwell.
- 2nd Half62-84Jermaine Ballisager Webb made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-84Petar Majstorovic made Jumper. Assisted by Gavin Sykes.
- 2nd Half65-84Rob Diaz III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-84Rob Diaz III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-86Jermaine Ballisager Webb made Layup. Assisted by Timo George.
- 2nd Half67-86Petar Majstorovic made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-86Petar Majstorovic made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-86Gavin Sykes made Layup. Assisted by Petar Majstorovic.
- 2nd Half70-88Timo George made Layup.
- 2nd Half70-90Timo George made Layup. Assisted by Kelson Gebbers.
- 2nd Half73-90Gavin Sykes made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Rob Diaz III.
- 2nd Half73-91Timo George made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-93Matúš Hronský made Layup. Assisted by Timo George.
Win probability
Above the line favours Portland Pilots, below favours Long Beach State Beach.
Venue
- Chiles CenterPortland, OR
- Attendance829
- OfficialsMartin Cichocki, Toby Doolittle, Isaiah Conrad
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