NCAAB · Final/OT

Northern Colorado Tops Pepperdine in Overtime Thriller

Saturday, November 15, 2025, 9:00 PM ET · Firestone Fieldhouse

Northern Colorado Bears 88, Pepperdine Waves 81, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Northern Colorado Bears vs Pepperdine Waves?

Northern Colorado Bears beat Pepperdine Waves 88-81 at Firestone Fieldhouse on November 15, 2025.

In a gripping overtime showdown, the Northern Colorado Bears edged out the Pepperdine Waves with a final score of 88-81 at Firestone Fieldhouse. This matchup highlighted the Bears' impressive away record, improving to 4-0 this season, while the Waves fell to 2-3 at home. Northern Colorado has shown strong form recently, winning their last two games and boasting an overall record of 8-2 in their last ten outings. They averaged 83.2 points scored and allowed only 67.8 points during this stretch.

The Waves, on the other hand, have had a mixed season, currently standing at 5-5 in their last ten games with a scoring average of 79.6 points per game, while also allowing the same average. Their recent performance includes a notable victory against the Lincoln (CA) Oaklanders, where they won decisively 113-76, but they also faced a loss to the UCLA Bruins, 63-74.

In the first half of the game, both teams showcased their offensive capabilities, but it was the Bears who managed to maintain a slight edge. The Waves fought hard, but they were unable to secure the lead consistently. As the game progressed into the second half, the intensity ramped up, leading to a tightly contested finish.

The overtime period was particularly thrilling, featuring several key scoring plays. Javon Cooley opened the scoring in overtime with a three-point jumper, assisted by Danilo Dožic. Styles Phipps followed with a layup, keeping the pressure on the Waves. Zach Bloch then hit another three-pointer, extending the Bears' lead to 85-79. The Waves attempted to claw back, with Dožic making crucial free throws, but the Bears maintained their composure, closing out the game with additional free throws from Quinn Denker.

In terms of home versus away performance, Northern Colorado has excelled on the road, with a record of 2-1 away from home this season, while Pepperdine has struggled slightly with a 2-1 record at home. The Bears' ability to perform under pressure in away games has been a significant factor in their success this season.

Injury updates were not provided in the block, so both teams appeared to field their strongest lineups for this pivotal game. The market had priced Northern Colorado as the favorite, reflecting their strong start to the season and recent form, although exact odds were not specified.

The game conditions at Firestone Fieldhouse were conducive to an exciting matchup, with both teams taking advantage of the home court atmosphere and the energy from the crowd.

As the game unfolded, viewers were treated to a showcase of skill and determination from both sides, with the Bears ultimately proving to be the stronger team in the clutch moments of overtime. This game not only highlights the competitive nature of NCAAB but also sets the stage for the upcoming fixtures as both teams look to build on their performances.

Leaders

PointsStyles Phipps22Pepperdine Waves
AssistsStyles Phipps3Pepperdine Waves
ReboundsStyles Phipps10Pepperdine Waves
PointsQuinn Denker26Northern Colorado Bears
AssistsQuinn Denker5Northern Colorado Bears
ReboundsBrock Wisne10Northern Colorado Bears

Recent form

Pepperdine Waves

Last 10: 5-5Streak W179.6 scored · 79.6 allowed per game2-1 at home

W113-76vs Lincoln (CA) OaklandersNov 12
L63-74at UCLA BruinsNov 8
W88-80vs Life Pacific WarriorsNov 4
L59-74at Saint Mary's GaelsMar 11
W78-76at Santa Clara BroncosMar 10
W77-73at Oregon State BeaversMar 9
W86-73at Portland PilotsMar 8
L83-90vs Washington State CougarsMar 2
L67-87at Portland PilotsFeb 28
L82-93at Loyola Marymount LionsFeb 23

Northern Colorado Bears

Last 10: 8-2Streak W283.2 scored · 67.8 allowed per game2-1 away

W101-65vs Colorado Christian CougarsNov 8
W91-57vs Colorado College TigersNov 4
L83-91vs Montana GrizzliesMar 13
W72-45vs Montana State BobcatsMar 12
W76-52vs Weber State WildcatsMar 9
W68-63at Weber State WildcatsMar 4
W83-73at Northern Arizona LumberjacksMar 2
W92-74vs Idaho VandalsFeb 23
W95-76vs Eastern Washington EaglesFeb 21
L71-82at Portland State VikingsFeb 15

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Portland State	20-11	-	13-5
Montana State	18-14	1	12-6
Eastern Washington	14-19	2	11-7
Northern Colorado	20-12	3	10-8
Montana	18-16	3	10-8
Weber State	16-16	3	10-8
Idaho	21-15	4	9-9
Sacramento State	10-21	8	6-12
Idaho State	13-20	8	5-13
Northern Arizona	10-22	9	4-14
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	Northern Colorado Bears	Pepperdine Waves
Field goals	30-62	28-73
Field goal %	48	38
Three-pointers	9-26	5-23
Three-point %	35	22
Free throws	19-25	20-30
Free throw %	76	67
Rebounds	47	38
Offensive rebounds	12	15
Defensive rebounds	35	23
Assists	15	11
Steals	4	11
Blocks	6	4
Turnovers	20	11
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	1
Technical fouls, total	0	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	18	18
Fast-break points	4	2
Points in the paint	38	40
Fouls	23	20
Largest lead	12	2

How the scoring went

2nd Half56-51Styles Phipps made Layup.
2nd Half56-52Styles Phipps made Free Throw.
2nd Half57-52Quinn Denker made Free Throw.
2nd Half58-52Quinn Denker made Free Throw.
2nd Half58-54Aaron Clark made Layup.
2nd Half58-56Pavle Stošic made Layup. Assisted by Styles Phipps.
2nd Half61-56Zach Bloch made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Quinn Denker.
2nd Half61-58Pavle Stošic made Layup. Assisted by Styles Phipps.
2nd Half61-59Pavle Stošic made Free Throw.
2nd Half61-60Javon Cooley made Free Throw.
2nd Half61-61Javon Cooley made Free Throw.
2nd Half61-63Javon Cooley made Layup. Assisted by Aaron Clark.
2nd Half63-63Quinn Denker made Jumper.
2nd Half64-63Vincent Delano made Free Throw.
2nd Half65-63Vincent Delano made Free Throw.
2nd Half65-65Aaron Clark made Layup.
2nd Half66-65Quinn Denker made Free Throw.
2nd Half67-65Quinn Denker made Free Throw.
2nd Half68-65Brock Wisne made Free Throw.
2nd Half69-65Brock Wisne made Free Throw.
2nd Half69-67Styles Phipps made Jumper. Assisted by Danilo Dožic.
2nd Half69-68Danilo Dožic made Free Throw.
2nd Half69-70Javon Cooley made Layup. Assisted by Aaron Clark.
2nd Half71-70Brock Wisne made Layup.
2nd Half71-71Aaron Clark made Free Throw.
2nd Half74-71Zach Bloch made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Quinn Denker.
2nd Half74-74Styles Phipps made Three Point Jumper.
OT75-74Egan Shields made Free Throw.
OT76-74Egan Shields made Free Throw.
OT79-74Brock Wisne made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Zach Bloch.
OT80-74Quinn Denker made Free Throw.
OT82-74Brock Wisne made Layup.
OT82-77Javon Cooley made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Danilo Dožic.
OT82-79Styles Phipps made Layup.
OT85-79Zach Bloch made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Brock Wisne.
OT85-80Danilo Dožic made Free Throw.
OT85-81Danilo Dožic made Free Throw.
OT86-81Quinn Denker made Free Throw.
OT87-81Quinn Denker made Free Throw.
OT88-81Quinn Denker made Free Throw.