NCAAB · Final/OT

Portland Pilots Edge Pacific Tigers in Overtime Thriller

Thursday, January 8, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · Chiles Center

Portland Pilots 90, Pacific Tigers 89, 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 Portland Pilots?

Portland Pilots beat Pacific Tigers 90-89 at Chiles Center on January 8, 2026.

Who was favored in Pacific Tigers vs Portland Pilots?

Pacific Tigers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -162 (about 62% implied). The underdog won.

In a nail-biting contest that went into overtime, the Portland Pilots triumphed over the Pacific Tigers with a final score of 90-89. This match, held at the Chiles Center, showcased the resilience of the Pilots, who managed to break a six-game losing streak with this victory. The game was particularly thrilling, as both teams displayed strong offensive capabilities, but it was the Pilots who ultimately secured the win after a closely contested battle.

The Pilots entered this game with a home record of 8-10 and had struggled recently, holding a 3-7 record in their last ten games. Their scoring average during this stretch was 75.9 points per game, while they allowed an average of 81.5 points. This match marked their first win since December 14, 2025, when they defeated Kent State Golden Flashes. In contrast, the Tigers, with an away record of 11-7, were on a two-game winning streak, having won six of their last ten games, averaging 74.8 points scored and allowing 67.9 points.

The odds for this matchup, provided by DraftKings, favored the Tigers, who were listed as 3.5-point favorites, with a total set at 144.5 points. The market reflected a belief in the Tigers' ability to perform well, especially given their recent form and overall record. However, the Pilots’ home advantage proved crucial in this encounter.

In terms of previous meetings, the Pilots had a perfect record against the Tigers in their last two encounters, winning both games in the 2025 season. The most recent matchup prior to this game saw the Pilots emerge victorious with a score of 81-73 on February 23, 2025, and they had also won the earlier meeting 84-81 on January 17, 2025.

Injury reports did not indicate any significant absences for either team, allowing both sides to field their best players. This was particularly important for the Pilots, who needed all hands on deck to overcome their recent struggles.

The game conditions were conducive to a high-scoring affair, with both teams showcasing their offensive talents. The Pilots, despite their recent form, managed to score 90 points, a testament to their ability to perform under pressure. Key moments in the overtime period included crucial free throws by Jaden Clayton and significant three-pointers from Matúš Hronský, who played a pivotal role in the Pilots' comeback.

Viewers were treated to a showcase of skill and determination, with the Pilots demonstrating their ability to execute under pressure. The final moments of the overtime saw the Pilots take the lead with a clutch three-pointer from Hronský, sealing their hard-fought victory. This win not only boosts the Pilots' morale but also adds a significant chapter to their season as they look to build on this momentum moving forward.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	PAC -3.5	144.5 o -115 / u -105	Pacific Tigers -162 · Portland Pilots +136

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Leaders

PointsMatúš Hronský27Portland Pilots
AssistsJoel Foxwell7Portland Pilots
ReboundsCameron Williams10Portland Pilots
PointsJustin Rochelin20Pacific Tigers
AssistsJaden Clayton12Pacific Tigers
ReboundsJustin Rochelin8Pacific Tigers

Recent form

Portland Pilots

Last 10: 3-7Streak L675.9 scored · 81.5 allowed per game3-2 at home

L68-73at San Francisco DonsJan 5
L57-78at Saint Mary's GaelsJan 3
L85-92vs Santa Clara BroncosDec 31
L62-67vs Washington State CougarsDec 28
L61-79at UC Santa Barbara GauchosDec 22
L69-94at Oregon DucksDec 18
W88-78vs Kent State Golden FlashesDec 14
W104-87vs Lewis & Clark River OttersDec 6
L72-94at Stanford CardinalDec 2
W93-73vs Long Beach State BeachNov 27

Pacific Tigers

Last 10: 6-4Streak W274.8 scored · 67.9 allowed per game1-4 away

W74-69vs Pepperdine WavesJan 5
W84-53vs Oregon State BeaversJan 3
L71-80at Loyola Marymount LionsDec 31
L54-66at San Diego TorerosDec 28
W95-82vs Nicholls ColonelsDec 22
L57-93at BYU CougarsDec 17
W104-50vs Simpson (CA) Red HawksDec 14
L61-67at California Golden BearsDec 6
W80-65at Air Force FalconsDec 4
W68-54vs Sacramento State HornetsNov 30

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	Portland Pilots
Field goals	29-66	31-66
Field goal %	44	47
Three-pointers	9-22	13-23
Three-point %	41	57
Free throws	22-26	15-18
Free throw %	85	83
Rebounds	39	34
Offensive rebounds	17	13
Defensive rebounds	22	21
Assists	17	15
Steals	5	1
Blocks	2	3
Turnovers	10	14
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	1	1
Technical fouls, total	1	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	10	10
Fast-break points	5	6
Points in the paint	36	30
Fouls	17	21
Largest lead	5	11
Lead changes	11	11
Time in front	13	74

How the scoring went

2nd Half55-61Justin Rochelin makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half55-62Cameron Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half55-63Cameron Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half55-65Cameron Williams makes layup (Mikah Ballew assists)
2nd Half58-65Justin Rochelin makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jaden Clayton assists)
2nd Half59-65Isaac Jack makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half60-65Isaac Jack makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half60-67Jermaine Ballisager Webb makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half62-67Isaac Jack makes layup
2nd Half63-67Jaden Clayton makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half64-67Jaden Clayton makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half64-68Cameron Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half64-69Cameron Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half66-69Elias Ralph makes layup (Jaden Clayton assists)
2nd Half68-69Isaac Jack makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half70-69Isaac Jack makes 7-foot hook shot
2nd Half70-70James O'Donnell makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half72-70Justin Rochelin makes layup (Jaden Clayton assists)
2nd Half72-71Joel Foxwell makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half72-72Joel Foxwell makes free throw 2 of 2
OT74-72Jaion Pitt makes driving layup
OT74-74Garrett Nuckolls makes driving layup
OT74-76James O'Donnell makes layup
OT75-76Justin Rochelin makes free throw 1 of 2
OT76-76Justin Rochelin makes free throw 2 of 2
OT78-76Jaden Clayton makes driving layup
OT78-78Joel Foxwell makes driving layup
OT81-78Elias Ralph makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jaden Clayton assists)
OT81-79Matúš Hronský makes free throw 1 of 3
OT81-80Matúš Hronský makes free throw 2 of 3
OT81-81Matúš Hronský makes free throw 3 of 3
OT84-81TJ Wainwright makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jaden Clayton assists)
OT85-81Jaden Clayton makes free throw 1 of 2
OT86-81Jaden Clayton makes free throw 2 of 2
OT86-84Joel Foxwell makes 27-foot three point jumper
OT87-84TJ Wainwright makes free throw 1 of 2
OT88-84TJ Wainwright makes free throw 2 of 2
OT88-87Matúš Hronský makes 26-foot three point jumper (Joel Foxwell assists)
OT89-87Kajus Kublickas makes free throw 2 of 2
OT89-90Matúš Hronský makes 23-foot three point jumper (Joel Foxwell assists)