NCAAB · Final

Fresno State Dominates Pepperdine in Convincing Win

Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Acrisure Arena

Fresno State Bulldogs 76, Pepperdine Waves 53, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Pepperdine Waves vs Fresno State Bulldogs?

Fresno State Bulldogs beat Pepperdine Waves 76-53 at Acrisure Arena on November 26, 2025.

The Fresno State Bulldogs secured a decisive victory over the Pepperdine Waves, finishing the game with a score of 76 to 53. This match, held at Acrisure Arena, showcased Fresno State's strong home performance, improving their record to 7-2 for the season, while Pepperdine fell to 3-5.

Fresno State entered the game with a recent form that included a three-game winning streak, having won six of their last ten games with an average of 75.0 points scored and 72.2 points allowed. Their last five games saw them average 79.0 points while allowing 73.6 points. In contrast, Pepperdine had a record of 3-4 and was coming off a loss, having won two of their last five games with an average of 81.4 points scored and 76.0 points allowed. This performance disparity was evident throughout the match.

At home, Fresno State has been particularly strong, boasting a home record of 6-2, while Pepperdine has struggled on the road with an away record of 3-2. The Bulldogs' ability to capitalize on their home court advantage was a critical factor in this matchup.

In terms of previous meetings, the history between these two teams has shown competitive games, but Fresno State's current form and home advantage positioned them as the favorites. The betting market reflected this, with DraftKings placing the spread at Fresno State -2.5, indicating a strong belief in their ability to win by a margin.

Injuries did not play a significant role in this matchup, as both teams were at full strength, allowing for a straightforward contest without the complications that can often arise from missing key players.

The game conditions were typical for a late November evening, with fans in attendance cheering for their home team. As the game progressed, Fresno State's dominance became increasingly clear. They maintained control throughout, with key moments including a series of free throws and a layup from Matteo Porto, which helped seal their victory in the second half.

For viewers, the standout performances included consistent scoring from Fresno State's players, particularly in the second half, where they effectively extended their lead. The final score of 76-53 not only emphasizes Fresno State's strength at home but also highlights the challenges Pepperdine faces as they continue to seek consistency in their performance.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	FRES -2.5	150.5 o -105 / u -115	Pepperdine Waves — · Fresno State Bulldogs —

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Leaders

PointsJake Heidbreder27Fresno State Bulldogs
AssistsZaon Collins9Fresno State Bulldogs
ReboundsDeShawn Gory7Fresno State Bulldogs
PointsJavon Cooley15Pepperdine Waves
AssistsStyles Phipps5Pepperdine Waves
ReboundsStyles Phipps8Pepperdine Waves

Recent form

Fresno State Bulldogs

Last 10: 6-4Streak W375 scored · 72.2 allowed per game6-2 at home

W85-76vs LSU New Orleans PrivateersNov 22
W80-78vs Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksNov 19
W75-74vs Utah Valley WolverinesNov 16
L73-78vs UC San Diego TritonsNov 13
W82-62vs Long Beach State BeachNov 8
L66-67vs South Carolina Upstate SpartansNov 6
W88-51vs Fresno Pacific SunbirdsNov 4
L71-86at Nevada Wolf PackMar 12
L68-92at San José State SpartansMar 8
W62-58vs Wyoming CowboysMar 5

Pepperdine Waves

Last 10: 6-4Streak L179.5 scored · 75.6 allowed per game3-2 away

L60-63vs Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksNov 22
W90-79vs LSU New Orleans PrivateersNov 19
L81-88vs Northern Colorado BearsNov 16
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

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	Pepperdine Waves	Fresno State Bulldogs
Field goals	20-64	31-64
Field goal %	31	48
Three-pointers	6-29	9-30
Three-point %	21	30
Free throws	7-10	5-10
Free throw %	70	50
Rebounds	42	32
Offensive rebounds	17	7
Defensive rebounds	25	25
Assists	14	20
Steals	3	7
Blocks	6	4
Turnovers	17	7
Team turnovers	3	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	6	28
Fast-break points	4	17
Points in the paint	26	44
Fouls	12	16
Largest lead	8	32

How the scoring went

1st Half26-20Zaon Collins made Layup.
1st Half26-22Gasper Kocevar made Two Point Tip Shot.
1st Half28-22Danilo Dožic made Jumper.
1st Half30-22Styles Phipps made Jumper. Assisted by Danilo Dožic.
1st Half30-25Zaon Collins made Three Point Jumper.
1st Half30-27Wilson Jacques made Layup. Assisted by DeShawn Gory.
1st Half33-27Javon Cooley made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Styles Phipps.
1st Half35-27Javon Cooley made Jumper.
2nd Half35-30DeShawn Gory made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jake Heidbreder.
2nd Half35-33Cameron Faas made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jake Heidbreder.
2nd Half35-35Wilson Jacques made Dunk. Assisted by Zaon Collins.
2nd Half35-38Cameron Faas made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jake Heidbreder.
2nd Half35-40Jake Heidbreder made Layup. Assisted by Zaon Collins.
2nd Half35-42DeShawn Gory made Layup. Assisted by Zaon Collins.
2nd Half35-44Zaon Collins made Layup.
2nd Half35-46Jake Heidbreder made Layup.
2nd Half37-46Danilo Dožic made Jumper. Assisted by Yonatan Levy.
2nd Half37-49Cameron Faas made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Wilson Jacques.
2nd Half37-52Jake Heidbreder made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by DeShawn Gory.
2nd Half37-54DeShawn Gory made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half37-57Jake Heidbreder made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Zaon Collins.
2nd Half37-60Jake Heidbreder made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Zaon Collins.
2nd Half39-60Danilo Dožic made Jumper. Assisted by Styles Phipps.
2nd Half39-61Zaon Collins made Free Throw.
2nd Half39-63Jake Heidbreder made Layup. Assisted by Zaon Collins.
2nd Half39-65DeShawn Gory made Dunk. Assisted by Zaon Collins.
2nd Half41-65Yonatan Levy made Layup. Assisted by Aaron Clark.
2nd Half41-67DJ Stickman made Layup. Assisted by Jake Heidbreder.
2nd Half41-69DJ Stickman made Layup. Assisted by Jake Heidbreder.
2nd Half41-72Jake Heidbreder made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jac Mani.
2nd Half42-72Styles Phipps made Free Throw.
2nd Half42-74Jake Heidbreder made Layup. Assisted by Zaon Collins.
2nd Half45-74Stefan Cicic made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Pasha Shemirani.
2nd Half46-74Vladimir Sudar made Free Throw.
2nd Half48-74Stefan Cicic made Jumper. Assisted by Vladimir Sudar.
2nd Half49-74Vladimir Sudar made Free Throw.
2nd Half50-74Vladimir Sudar made Free Throw.
2nd Half51-74Vladimir Sudar made Free Throw.
2nd Half51-76Matteo Porto made Layup. Assisted by Aram Soqui Urbano.
2nd Half53-76David Mager made Layup.