Toreros Triumph Over Tigers in NCAAB Clash
Sunday, December 28, 2025, 6:00 PM ET · Jenny Craig Pavilion
San Diego Toreros 66, Pacific Tigers 54, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Pacific Tigers vs San Diego Toreros?
San Diego Toreros beat Pacific Tigers 66-54 at Jenny Craig Pavilion on December 28, 2025.
Who was favored in Pacific Tigers vs San Diego Toreros?
Pacific Tigers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -148 (about 60% implied). The underdog won.
In a decisive matchup, the San Diego Toreros secured a 66-54 victory against the Pacific Tigers at the Jenny Craig Pavilion. This win is particularly notable as it comes against a Pacific team that had been performing well this season, boasting a 9-5 record prior to the game. The Toreros, with a home record of 6-7, showcased their ability to capitalize on home court advantage, especially after a recent stretch of mixed results.
San Diego's recent form had been a concern, entering the game with a record of 4-6 in their last ten outings, and they were on a one-game losing streak. Their scoring average during this period was 72.6 points per game, while they allowed an average of 79.4 points, indicating defensive struggles. The Toreros' last five games reflected a record of 2-3, with an average of 73.2 points scored and 83.0 points allowed. In contrast, the Pacific Tigers had been on a stronger run, winning 7 of their last 10 games and coming off a 95-82 victory against Nicholls Colonels. The Tigers averaged 76.3 points scored while allowing only 67.7 points during that stretch.
When evaluating home and away performances, the Toreros had a home record of 3-2 in their last five games, while the Tigers had a more balanced away record of 3-3. Historically, the Toreros had a slight edge in their recent meetings with the Tigers, holding a 2-1 record in their last three matchups, with the most recent encounter resulting in a win for the Toreros earlier in the season.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any key players missing from either team, which likely played a role in both squads fielding their strongest lineups for this important game. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Tigers favored by 2.5 points, indicating a competitive expectation for the matchup. The total points line was set at 150.5, reflecting the anticipated scoring capabilities of both teams.
Conditions during the game were conducive to a high-paced contest, and viewers were treated to a display of offensive skill, particularly from the Toreros in the second half. Key scoring plays included a series of three-point shots from Toneari Lane and Ty-Laur Johnson, which helped extend San Diego's lead as they pulled away from the Tigers.
Overall, this matchup highlighted the Toreros' resilience and ability to perform under pressure at home, while the Tigers will need to regroup after this setback as they look to maintain their competitive edge in the league.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | PAC -2.5 | 150.5 o -112 / u -108 | Pacific Tigers -148 · San Diego Toreros +124 |
Leaders
- PointsTy-Laur Johnson22San Diego Toreros
- AssistsToneari Lane3San Diego Toreros
- ReboundsVuk Boskovic10San Diego Toreros
- PointsTJ Wainwright15Pacific Tigers
- AssistsJaden Clayton8Pacific Tigers
- ReboundsElias Ralph11Pacific Tigers
Recent form
San Diego Toreros
Last 10: 4-6Streak L172.6 scored · 79.4 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L56-86at Washington HuskiesDec 23
- W82-80at UC San Diego TritonsDec 20
- W78-69vs Northern Arizona LumberjacksDec 13
- L81-94vs USC TrojansDec 10
- L69-86at San José State SpartansDec 6
- L72-76at Long Beach State BeachNov 30
- L61-76at California Baptist LancersNov 25
- L71-85vs UC Riverside HighlandersNov 22
- W78-68vs Grambling TigersNov 19
- W78-74vs Idaho VandalsNov 13
Pacific Tigers
Last 10: 7-3Streak W176.3 scored · 67.7 allowed per game3-3 away
- 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
- W68-53at Jacksonville DolphinsNov 25
- W86-58vs Stony Brook SeawolvesNov 24
- L59-82at Florida Atlantic OwlsNov 21
- W85-73at Cal State Fullerton TitansNov 15
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 | San Diego Toreros |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-51 | 18-50 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 36 |
| Three-pointers | 4-22 | 12-30 |
| Three-point % | 18 | 40 |
| Free throws | 8-12 | 18-24 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 75 |
| Rebounds | 39 | 27 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 21 |
| Assists | 15 | 15 |
| Steals | 2 | 13 |
| Blocks | 4 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 21 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 25 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 20 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 8 |
| Fouls | 19 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 15 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 98 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half19-28Justin Rochelin makes free throw 1 of 1
- 1st Half19-30Juanse Gorosito makes driving layup
- 1st Half19-31Juanse Gorosito makes free throw 1 of 1
- 1st Half21-31Isaac Jack makes 2-foot dunk (TJ Wainwright assists)
- 1st Half21-34Toneari Lane makes 24-foot three point jumper (Gavin Ripp assists)
- 1st Half23-34Isaac Jack makes layup (Jaden Clayton assists)
- 2nd Half23-35Alejandro Aviles makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half25-35Jaden Clayton makes driving layup
- 2nd Half25-36Ty-Laur Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half25-37Ty-Laur Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half27-37Justin Rochelin makes driving layup
- 2nd Half29-37Justin Rochelin makes layup (Jaden Clayton assists)
- 2nd Half29-38Ty-Laur Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half29-39Ty-Laur Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half31-39Elias Ralph makes driving layup (Justin Rochelin assists)
- 2nd Half33-39Justin Rochelin makes 3-foot dunk (Jaden Clayton assists)
- 2nd Half33-42Ty-Laur Johnson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Adrian McIntyre assists)
- 2nd Half33-45Ty-Laur Johnson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Toneari Lane assists)
- 2nd Half35-45Elias Ralph makes 10-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half37-45TJ Wainwright makes driving layup (Jaion Pitt assists)
- 2nd Half37-46Juanse Gorosito makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half37-47Juanse Gorosito makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half37-48Juanse Gorosito makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half39-48Elias Ralph makes 14-foot turnaround jump shot (TJ Wainwright assists)
- 2nd Half42-48TJ Wainwright makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jaden Clayton assists)
- 2nd Half44-48Jaion Pitt makes layup (Jaden Clayton assists)
- 2nd Half44-51Juanse Gorosito makes 24-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half44-52Adrian McIntyre makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-53Adrian McIntyre makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-55Adrian McIntyre makes layup (Vuk Boskovic assists)
- 2nd Half44-56Adrian McIntyre makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-56Elias Ralph makes 3-foot alley oop dunk (TJ Wainwright assists)
- 2nd Half47-56Elias Ralph makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half47-59Toneari Lane makes 24-foot three point jumper (Adrian McIntyre assists)
- 2nd Half47-62Ty-Laur Johnson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Toneari Lane assists)
- 2nd Half50-62TJ Wainwright makes 27-foot three point jumper (Kajus Kublickas assists)
- 2nd Half51-62Kajus Kublickas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-63Ty-Laur Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-63TJ Wainwright makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jaden Clayton assists)
- 2nd Half54-66Toneari Lane makes 25-foot three pointer (Juanse Gorosito assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours San Diego Toreros, below favours Pacific Tigers.
Venue
- Jenny Craig PavilionSan Diego, CA
- Attendance1279
- OfficialsMichael Greenstein, Eric Curry, Tommy Johnson
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