San Diego Toreros Defeat Portland Pilots 71-58
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 9:30 PM ET · Jenny Craig Pavilion
San Diego Toreros 71, Portland Pilots 58, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Portland Pilots vs San Diego Toreros?
San Diego Toreros beat Portland Pilots 71-58 at Jenny Craig Pavilion on February 11, 2026.
Who was favored in Portland Pilots vs San Diego Toreros?
San Diego Toreros were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -130 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup at the Jenny Craig Pavilion, the San Diego Toreros secured a 71-58 victory over the Portland Pilots. This win is significant as it marks a turnaround for the Toreros, who had been struggling recently, losing their last three games before this contest. With this victory, San Diego improves its overall record to 12-16, while Portland drops to 12-15.
The Toreros' recent form had been concerning, with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, and they had been averaging 79.0 points scored while allowing 79.5 points per game during this stretch. Their last five games reflected a troubling trend, as they managed only one win, scoring an average of 72.8 points but allowing an average of 84.2 points. This performance highlighted their defensive vulnerabilities, which they successfully addressed in this game against Portland.
Conversely, the Pilots entered the game with a more balanced recent record of 5-5 over their last ten games, averaging 70.9 points scored and 74.9 points allowed. Portland was riding a two-game winning streak, having defeated Seattle U and Gonzaga in their previous outings. However, they struggled to maintain that momentum against San Diego, particularly in the second half.
Historically, the two teams have faced each other twice in the previous season, splitting their meetings with one win each. San Diego won the last encounter on March 2, 2025, with a close score of 82-80, while Portland had previously triumphed 92-82 on January 24, 2025. This latest game added another chapter to their competitive rivalry.
In terms of player availability, no specific injuries were mentioned in the block, suggesting both teams were at full strength for this important matchup. The market had set the odds at -1.5 in favor of San Diego, according to DraftKings, indicating a closely contested game was expected. The total points line was set at 150.5, reflecting the anticipated scoring capabilities of both teams.
The game conditions were conducive to basketball, with the venue providing a familiar atmosphere for the Toreros, who have a home record of 11-16 overall. This home advantage likely played a role in their performance, as they have fared better at home compared to their away record.
During the game, the Toreros showcased a strong defensive effort, particularly in the second half, which allowed them to pull away from the Pilots. Key plays included a driving layup by Adrian McIntyre and a dunk by Assane Diop, which helped extend their lead. The scoring plays highlighted the Toreros' ability to capitalize on their opportunities, particularly in the paint.
In the final analysis, the San Diego Toreros' victory over the Portland Pilots not only improves their standings but also serves as a testament to their resilience in overcoming recent struggles. With a final score of 71-58, the Toreros demonstrated their capability to perform under pressure, particularly at home, as they look to build on this momentum moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | USD -1.5 | 150.5 o -115 / u -105 | Portland Pilots +110 · San Diego Toreros -130 |
Leaders
- PointsJuanse Gorosito19San Diego Toreros
- AssistsJuanse Gorosito5San Diego Toreros
- ReboundsAssane Diop7San Diego Toreros
- PointsDante Censori-Hercules12Portland Pilots
- AssistsJoel Foxwell6Portland Pilots
- ReboundsDante Censori-Hercules8Portland Pilots
Recent form
San Diego Toreros
Last 10: 4-6Streak L379 scored · 79.5 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L63-83at Loyola Marymount LionsFeb 8
- L60-87at Saint Mary's GaelsFeb 5
- L76-78vs Oregon State BeaversJan 31
- W92-88at Pepperdine WavesJan 29
- L73-85vs Santa Clara BroncosJan 25
- W96-92vs Washington State CougarsJan 22
- W113-67vs Bethesda FlamesJan 17
- L64-75at Seattle U RedhawksJan 16
- L70-77at Pacific TigersJan 11
- W83-63vs Pepperdine WavesJan 9
Portland Pilots
Last 10: 5-5Streak W270.9 scored · 74.9 allowed per game1-4 away
- W54-53vs Seattle U RedhawksFeb 8
- W87-80vs Gonzaga BulldogsFeb 5
- L74-104at Washington State CougarsJan 31
- L51-74at Pacific TigersJan 29
- L69-75vs Saint Mary's GaelsJan 25
- W71-58at Loyola Marymount LionsJan 18
- L63-67at Pepperdine WavesJan 15
- W82-76vs Oregon State BeaversJan 11
- W90-89vs Pacific TigersJan 9
- L68-73at San Francisco DonsJan 5
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 | Portland Pilots | San Diego Toreros |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-47 | 27-59 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 2-19 | 12-26 |
| Three-point % | 11 | 46 |
| Free throws | 14-14 | 5-8 |
| Free throw % | 100 | 63 |
| Rebounds | 28 | 30 |
| Offensive rebounds | 5 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 18 |
| Assists | 17 | 22 |
| Steals | 10 | 12 |
| Blocks | 4 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 26 |
| Fouls | 15 | 11 |
| Largest lead | 6 | 15 |
| Lead changes | 8 | 8 |
| Time in front | 46 | 47 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half29-25Juanse Gorosito makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half31-25Jermaine Ballisager Webb makes layup (Dante Censori-Hercules assists)
- 1st Half31-27Gavin Ripp makes layup
- 2nd Half31-29Gavin Ripp makes layup (Adrian McIntyre assists)
- 2nd Half31-31Emmanuel Callas makes 12-foot floating jump shot (Juanse Gorosito assists)
- 2nd Half31-34Juanse Gorosito makes 24-foot three point jumper (Gavin Ripp assists)
- 2nd Half32-34Dante Censori-Hercules makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half33-34Dante Censori-Hercules makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half33-36Adrian McIntyre makes driving layup
- 2nd Half35-36James O'Donnell makes driving layup (Joel Foxwell assists)
- 2nd Half35-39Juanse Gorosito makes 23-foot three point jumper (Toneari Lane assists)
- 2nd Half35-41Dominique Ford makes layup (Juanse Gorosito assists)
- 2nd Half37-41James O'Donnell makes 5-foot turnaround jump shot (Garrett Nuckolls assists)
- 2nd Half37-44Vuk Boskovic makes 25-foot three point jumper (Gavin Ripp assists)
- 2nd Half37-47Toneari Lane makes 24-foot three point jumper (Vuk Boskovic assists)
- 2nd Half38-47Joel Foxwell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-47Joel Foxwell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-47NaVaughn Long makes layup (Joel Foxwell assists)
- 2nd Half41-50Toneari Lane makes 23-foot three point jumper (Dominique Ford assists)
- 2nd Half41-53Toneari Lane makes 23-foot three point jumper (Dominique Ford assists)
- 2nd Half43-53James O'Donnell makes layup (Dante Censori-Hercules assists)
- 2nd Half46-53NaVaughn Long makes 25-foot three point jumper (James O'Donnell assists)
- 2nd Half46-54Toneari Lane makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half46-55Toneari Lane makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half47-55Joel Foxwell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-55Joel Foxwell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-57Dominique Ford makes 13-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half50-57Dante Censori-Hercules makes layup (James O'Donnell assists)
- 2nd Half50-59Assane Diop makes 13-foot turnaround jump shot (Juanse Gorosito assists)
- 2nd Half52-59Joel Foxwell makes 6-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half52-62Toneari Lane makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half54-62Dante Censori-Hercules makes layup (Joel Foxwell assists)
- 2nd Half54-64Juanse Gorosito makes driving layup (Gavin Ripp assists)
- 2nd Half55-64Garrett Nuckolls makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-64Garrett Nuckolls makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-66Gavin Ripp makes 8-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half56-68Adrian McIntyre makes driving layup
- 2nd Half56-70Assane Diop makes 4-foot dunk (Juanse Gorosito assists)
- 2nd Half56-71Adrian McIntyre makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-71James O'Donnell makes layup (Joel Foxwell assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours San Diego Toreros, below favours Portland Pilots.
Venue
- Jenny Craig PavilionSan Diego, CA
- Attendance1345
- OfficialsRandy McCall, Gregory Nixon, Antinio Petty
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