San Diego Toreros Edge Out Loyola Marymount Lions 66-62
Thursday, March 5, 2026, 11:30 PM ET · Orleans Arena
San Diego Toreros 66, Loyola Marymount Lions 62, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
The next free pick, for your email
Team, bet, price and the hash it was sealed under, on this page the moment you send. Lose or win, it stays public.
or by email
Public record of the main pick, losses included: 115 won, 44 lost. See every pick
One free pick a day by email until you unsubscribe, in one click. 21+.
Quick answers
Who won San Diego Toreros vs Loyola Marymount Lions?
San Diego Toreros beat Loyola Marymount Lions 66-62 at Orleans Arena on March 5, 2026.
Who was favored in San Diego Toreros vs Loyola Marymount Lions?
Loyola Marymount Lions were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -270 (about 73% implied). The underdog won.
In a closely contested matchup at the Orleans Arena, the San Diego Toreros triumphed over the Loyola Marymount Lions with a final score of 66-62. This victory marks a continuation of the Toreros' recent dominance over the Lions, having won all five of their last meetings, including two encounters this season.
The Lions entered the game with a home record of 15-17, while the Toreros had a record of 12-20. Loyola Marymount's recent form showed a mixed bag, with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games and an average of 72.6 points scored per game, while allowing an average of 74.0 points. Their last game saw them lose to the Seattle U Redhawks 66-71, extending their current losing streak to one. In contrast, San Diego's recent performance has been less favorable, as they recorded just two wins in their last ten games, with a streak of four consecutive losses leading into this matchup. The Toreros averaged 73.5 points scored and allowed an average of 82.7 points during this stretch.
When considering home and away performance, the Lions had a home record of 2-3 in their last five games, while the Toreros struggled with a 1-4 record in their away games during the same span. This fixture was particularly significant as it provided the Toreros an opportunity to break their losing streak against a team they had previously defeated twice this season.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, suggesting that both teams may have fielded their full rosters. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Lions favored by 5.5 points, with a total set at 145.5. The odds indicated a home money line of -270.0 for the Lions and +220.0 for the Toreros, reflecting the market's expectation of a competitive game.
The conditions in the Orleans Arena were conducive to a high-energy matchup, with both teams looking to establish their rhythm early. Fans were treated to a thrilling second half, where the Toreros managed to pull ahead through a series of crucial scoring plays. Notable moments included Aaron McBride's layup that put the Toreros ahead 60-59, followed by a series of successful free throws from Toneari Lane and Juanse Gorosito that extended their lead. Myron Amey Jr. also contributed with a significant three-point jumper, solidifying the Toreros' advantage.
As the game concluded, the Lions were unable to mount a comeback, ultimately falling short against the Toreros. This result highlights the ongoing challenges for Loyola Marymount as they seek to improve their standing, while San Diego can take confidence from this hard-fought victory.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LMU -5.5 | 145.5 o -108 / u -112 | San Diego Toreros +220 · Loyola Marymount Lions -270 |
Leaders
- PointsAaron McBride21Loyola Marymount Lions
- AssistsJan Vide5Loyola Marymount Lions
- ReboundsAaron McBride8Loyola Marymount Lions
- PointsAdrian McIntyre17San Diego Toreros
- AssistsAdrian McIntyre5San Diego Toreros
- ReboundsAssane Diop9San Diego Toreros
Recent form
Loyola Marymount Lions
Last 10: 4-6Streak L172.6 scored · 74 allowed per game2-3 at home
- L66-71vs Seattle U RedhawksMar 1
- W67-66vs Washington State CougarsFeb 26
- W77-65at San Diego TorerosFeb 21
- L89-90at Pepperdine WavesFeb 14
- L59-65at Pacific TigersFeb 12
- W83-63vs San Diego TorerosFeb 8
- W84-75at San Francisco DonsFeb 5
- L73-104vs Santa Clara BroncosFeb 1
- L69-72vs Oregon State BeaversJan 29
- L59-69at Seattle U RedhawksJan 22
San Diego Toreros
Last 10: 2-8Streak L473.5 scored · 82.7 allowed per game1-4 away
- L74-87at Portland PilotsFeb 28
- L82-92at Oregon State BeaversFeb 26
- L65-77vs Loyola Marymount LionsFeb 21
- L79-92vs San Francisco DonsFeb 15
- W71-58vs Portland PilotsFeb 12
- 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
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 | San Diego Toreros | Loyola Marymount Lions |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-55 | 25-58 |
| Field goal % | 38 | 43 |
| Three-pointers | 8-26 | 4-16 |
| Three-point % | 31 | 25 |
| Free throws | 16-19 | 8-14 |
| Free throw % | 84 | 57 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 20 |
| Assists | 10 | 9 |
| Steals | 1 | 6 |
| Blocks | 6 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 3 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 5 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 22 | 34 |
| Fouls | 15 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 13 | 5 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 86 | 12 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half36-26Adrian McIntyre makes 26-foot three point jumper (Juanse Gorosito assists)
- 1st Half36-27Rodney Brown Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half38-27Adrian McIntyre makes driving layup
- 1st Half39-27Gavin Ripp makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half40-27Gavin Ripp makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half40-29Nakyel Shelton makes 12-foot turnaround jump shot
- 1st Half41-29Adrian McIntyre makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half42-29Adrian McIntyre makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half42-31Jan Vide makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half44-31Gavin Ripp makes 7-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half44-33Aaron McBride makes 3-foot dunk (Myron Amey Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half44-35Jan Vide makes 5-foot jumper
- 2nd Half47-35Juanse Gorosito makes 24-foot three point jumper (Vuk Boskovic assists)
- 2nd Half47-37Myron Amey Jr. makes 17-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half47-39Myron Amey Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-39Juanse Gorosito makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half50-41Jan Vide makes layup (Rodney Brown Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half50-43Jan Vide makes 9-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half52-43Assane Diop makes layup
- 2nd Half52-45Aaron McBride makes layup
- 2nd Half52-47Aaron McBride makes layup (Jan Vide assists)
- 2nd Half52-48Aaron McBride makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half54-48Gavin Ripp makes 11-foot floating jump shot (Juanse Gorosito assists)
- 2nd Half54-50Myron Amey Jr. makes 14-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half55-50Adrian McIntyre makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-52Aaron McBride makes layup (Jan Vide assists)
- 2nd Half58-52Juanse Gorosito makes 24-foot three point jumper (Adrian McIntyre assists)
- 2nd Half58-53Aaron McBride makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-54Aaron McBride makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-56Aaron McBride makes layup
- 2nd Half58-57Aaron McBride makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half60-57Assane Diop makes layup
- 2nd Half60-59Aaron McBride makes layup
- 2nd Half61-59Toneari Lane makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-59Toneari Lane makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-59Juanse Gorosito makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-59Juanse Gorosito makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-62Myron Amey Jr. makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jan Vide assists)
- 2nd Half65-62Toneari Lane makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-62Toneari Lane makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Loyola Marymount Lions, below favours San Diego Toreros.
Venue
- Orleans ArenaLas Vegas, NV
- Attendance1242
- OfficialsDeron White, Ron Groover, Chance Moore
Elsewhere
- Carson Crawford, No. 46 in '27 class, commits to Arizona St.
- Tennessee's Ralph Scott to have knee surgery, out at least 6 months
- Men's NCAA basketball 2026-27 Way-Too-Early Top 25 rankings
- Transfers, recruits and roster moves for key men's NCAA basketball teams
- Michigan 5-star freshman Brandon McCoy Jr. (knee) to miss season
- With $6.5 million left on deal, UCLA fires AD Martin Jarmond