Pacific Tigers Dominate Pepperdine Waves in Convincing Win
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Firestone Fieldhouse
Pacific Tigers 92, Pepperdine Waves 59, 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 Pacific Tigers vs Pepperdine Waves?
Pacific Tigers beat Pepperdine Waves 92-59 at Firestone Fieldhouse on February 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Pacific Tigers vs Pepperdine Waves?
Pacific Tigers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -360 (about 78% implied). The favorite won.
The Pacific Tigers showcased their strength with a commanding 92-59 victory over the Pepperdine Waves at Firestone Fieldhouse. This matchup was significant as it highlighted the contrasting fortunes of both teams, with Pacific holding a much stronger record of 16-10 compared to Pepperdine's 6-19. The Tigers' performance not only secured an important win but also underscored their capabilities as they look to solidify their position in the league.
In recent form, Pepperdine has struggled significantly, entering the game with a record of 1-9 over their last ten outings, including a four-game losing streak. They averaged 67.5 points scored while allowing 80.8 points per game during this stretch. Their last five games showed a slight improvement in scoring, with an average of 75.0 points but still allowing 83.4 points, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. In contrast, Pacific had a more favorable recent record of 6-4, though they too faced challenges, losing their last two games. The Tigers averaged 74.2 points scored while allowing 69.4 points in their last ten games, reflecting a more balanced performance.
Home versus away records further illustrate the teams' struggles. Pepperdine had a home record of 1-3 in their last four games, while Pacific had a stronger home record of 5-1 in their recent performances, although they were 1-3 in away games. This fixture was also notable as it was the second meeting between the two teams this season, with Pacific having won the first matchup 74-69 on January 5, 2026.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the overall performance of both teams suggests that health may have played a role in their respective outcomes. The betting market reflected Pacific as the favorite, with DraftKings setting the spread at 7.5 points in favor of the Tigers, indicating confidence in their ability to secure a win.
As the game unfolded, the conditions favored Pacific, who capitalized on their opportunities and maintained a strong offensive presence. The scoring plays in the second half highlighted Pacific's dominance, with several key players contributing to the score. Notable moments included Justin Rochelin hitting a three-pointer, followed by a series of successful plays from Jaden Clayton and Alexis Marmolejos, who both contributed significantly to the Tigers' scoring run.
Overall, the Pacific Tigers' victory not only emphasized their current form but also raised questions about Pepperdine's ability to compete in the league moving forward. The final score of 92-59 reflects the disparity in performance, with Pacific clearly establishing themselves as a formidable opponent in the NCAAB landscape.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | PAC -7.5 | 142.5 o -112 / u -108 | Pacific Tigers -360 · Pepperdine Waves +285 |
Leaders
- PointsAaron Clark17Pepperdine Waves
- AssistsStyles Phipps3Pepperdine Waves
- ReboundsStyles Phipps6Pepperdine Waves
- PointsTJ Wainwright27Pacific Tigers
- AssistsJaden Clayton8Pacific Tigers
- ReboundsElias Ralph13Pacific Tigers
Recent form
Pepperdine Waves
Last 10: 1-9Streak L467.5 scored · 80.8 allowed per game1-3 at home
- L81-83at Seattle U RedhawksFeb 5
- L88-92vs San Diego TorerosJan 29
- L79-95at Washington State CougarsJan 24
- L60-84at Gonzaga BulldogsJan 22
- W67-63vs Portland PilotsJan 15
- L60-80vs San Francisco DonsJan 11
- L63-83at San Diego TorerosJan 9
- L69-74at Pacific TigersJan 5
- L63-82at Santa Clara BroncosJan 3
- L45-72vs Saint Mary's GaelsDec 31
Pacific Tigers
Last 10: 6-4Streak L274.2 scored · 69.4 allowed per game1-3 away
- L56-71vs Santa Clara BroncosFeb 5
- L82-87at San Francisco DonsFeb 1
- W74-51vs Portland PilotsJan 29
- W56-54vs Seattle U RedhawksJan 25
- W81-64at Oregon State BeaversJan 17
- L69-85at Santa Clara BroncosJan 15
- W77-70vs San Diego TorerosJan 11
- L89-90at Portland PilotsJan 9
- W74-69vs Pepperdine WavesJan 5
- W84-53vs Oregon State BeaversJan 3
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Pacific Tigers | Pepperdine Waves |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 33-62 | 20-56 |
| Field goal % | 53 | 36 |
| Three-pointers | 14-23 | 7-19 |
| Three-point % | 61 | 37 |
| Free throws | 12-15 | 12-21 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 57 |
| Rebounds | 44 | 26 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 4 |
| Defensive rebounds | 36 | 22 |
| Assists | 21 | 8 |
| Steals | 8 | 3 |
| Blocks | 3 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 20 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 5 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 20 |
| Fouls | 19 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 33 | 2 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 92 | 5 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half41-27Javon Cooley makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half43-27Justin Rochelin makes driving layup (Jaden Clayton assists)
- 2nd Half45-27Isaac Jack makes 5-foot hook shot (Jaden Clayton assists)
- 2nd Half45-30Danilo Dožic makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half45-31Aaron Clark makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-31Jaden Clayton makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kajus Kublickas assists)
- 2nd Half48-34Aaron Clark makes 26-foot three point jumper (Styles Phipps assists)
- 2nd Half51-34Elias Ralph makes 27-foot three point jumper (Isaac Jack assists)
- 2nd Half51-37Aaron Clark makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half53-37Jaden Clayton makes driving layup
- 2nd Half55-37Isaac Jack makes layup (Jaden Clayton assists)
- 2nd Half56-37Isaac Jack makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half59-37TJ Wainwright makes 24-foot three point jumper (Justin Rochelin assists)
- 2nd Half60-37TJ Wainwright makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half60-39Javon Cooley makes 15-foot pullup jump shot (Pavle Stošic assists)
- 2nd Half60-41Pavle Stošic makes layup (Aaron Clark assists)
- 2nd Half61-41Isaac Jack makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-41Isaac Jack makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-44Aaron Clark makes 26-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half62-47Javon Cooley makes 25-foot three point jumper (Styles Phipps assists)
- 2nd Half64-47TJ Wainwright makes 6-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half67-47Jaden Clayton makes 23-foot three point jumper (Isaac Jack assists)
- 2nd Half67-49Aaron Clark makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half68-49Jaden Clayton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-49Jaden Clayton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-51Styles Phipps makes driving layup (Aaron Clark assists)
- 2nd Half72-51TJ Wainwright makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jaden Clayton assists)
- 2nd Half72-53Javon Cooley makes 14-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half72-55Yonatan Levy makes layup
- 2nd Half75-55Justin Rochelin makes 23-foot three point jumper (Elias Ralph assists)
- 2nd Half77-55Isaac Jack makes 1-foot dunk (Jaden Clayton assists)
- 2nd Half77-57Yonatan Levy makes layup
- 2nd Half80-57Justin Rochelin makes 23-foot three point jumper (TJ Wainwright assists)
- 2nd Half82-57Jaden Clayton makes driving layup
- 2nd Half84-57KC Ibekwe makes 4-foot hook shot (Jaden Clayton assists)
- 2nd Half86-57Jaden Clayton makes 15-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half89-57Alexis Marmolejos makes 26-foot three point jumper (Kajus Kublickas assists)
- 2nd Half89-58Luka Vudragovic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half89-59Luka Vudragovic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half92-59Alexis Marmolejos makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jaion Pitt assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Pepperdine Waves, below favours Pacific Tigers.
Venue
- Firestone FieldhouseMalibu, CA
- Attendance584
- OfficialsBill Vinovich, Jason Alabanza, Michael Mojica
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