San Diego Tops Pepperdine in Overtime Thriller
Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Firestone Fieldhouse
San Diego Toreros 92, Pepperdine Waves 88, 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 San Diego Toreros vs Pepperdine Waves?
San Diego Toreros beat Pepperdine Waves 92-88 at Firestone Fieldhouse on January 28, 2026.
Who was favored in San Diego Toreros vs Pepperdine Waves?
San Diego Toreros were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -155 (about 61% implied). The favorite won.
In a gripping overtime showdown, the San Diego Toreros edged out the Pepperdine Waves with a final score of 92-88. The game, held at Firestone Fieldhouse, showcased the resilience of San Diego, who improved their record to 11-13, while Pepperdine fell to 6-18.
Both teams entered the contest with contrasting recent forms. The Waves had struggled significantly, posting a record of 2-8 in their last ten games, with their scoring average at 64.6 points per game and an alarming average of 79.1 points allowed. Their last two outings ended in defeat, including a recent 79-95 loss to Washington State. In contrast, the Toreros had a record of 4-6 over their last ten games, scoring an average of 79.2 points while allowing 78.4. However, they were coming off a loss to Santa Clara, which ended their brief two-game winning streak.
At home, Pepperdine had a record of 2-3 in their last five games, while San Diego struggled on the road with an away record of 0-5. The previous meeting between these teams on January 9, 2026, saw San Diego dominate with an 83-63 victory, adding to their overall head-to-head record against Pepperdine, which now stands at 3-1 in favor of San Diego for the 2025 and 2026 seasons.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but both teams were looking to capitalize on their available rosters. The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had San Diego favored with a spread of 2.5 points and a moneyline of -155, while Pepperdine was listed at +130. The total points over/under was set at 151.5, indicating expectations of a competitive scoring battle.
The game conditions were typical for a college basketball matchup, with both teams needing to adapt to the pressure of the moment. Fans were treated to a thrilling contest that went beyond regulation time, highlighting the intensity and competitiveness of NCAAB.
In the overtime period, San Diego's Juanse Gorosito made crucial free throws, extending their lead to 90-86. Aaron Clark attempted to rally Pepperdine with a three-pointer, but it wasn't enough to overcome the deficit. The final moments saw Toneari Lane sealing the game with additional free throws, confirming San Diego's victory.
Viewers were able to witness a back-and-forth game that showcased the skills and determination of both teams, culminating in a dramatic finish that left fans on the edge of their seats.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | USD -2.5 | 151.5 o -108 / u -112 | San Diego Toreros -155 · Pepperdine Waves +130 |
Leaders
- PointsAaron Clark31Pepperdine Waves
- AssistsStyles Phipps9Pepperdine Waves
- ReboundsDanilo Dožic8Pepperdine Waves
- PointsAssane Diop21San Diego Toreros
- AssistsTy-Laur Johnson6San Diego Toreros
- ReboundsAssane Diop17San Diego Toreros
Recent form
Pepperdine Waves
Last 10: 2-8Streak L264.6 scored · 79.1 allowed per game2-3 at home
- L79-95at Washington State CougarsJan 24
- L60-84at Gonzaga BulldogsJan 22
- W67-63vs Portland PilotsJan 15
- L60-80vs San Francisco DonsJan 11
- L63-83at San Diego TorerosJan 9
- L69-74at Pacific TigersJan 5
- L63-82at Santa Clara BroncosJan 3
- L45-72vs Saint Mary's GaelsDec 31
- L56-96vs Gonzaga BulldogsDec 29
- W84-62vs Rice OwlsDec 21
San Diego Toreros
Last 10: 4-6Streak L179.2 scored · 78.4 allowed per game0-4 away
- 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
- L70-98at Santa Clara BroncosJan 5
- L64-74at San Francisco DonsJan 3
- L93-99vs Gonzaga BulldogsDec 31
- W66-54vs Pacific TigersDec 28
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 | Pepperdine Waves |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-71 | 29-70 |
| Field goal % | 42 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 10-29 | 10-30 |
| Three-point % | 34 | 33 |
| Free throws | 22-25 | 20-29 |
| Free throw % | 88 | 69 |
| Rebounds | 44 | 40 |
| Offensive rebounds | 15 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 26 |
| Assists | 14 | 13 |
| Steals | 5 | 3 |
| Blocks | 3 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 2 |
| Points in the paint | 40 | 34 |
| Fouls | 24 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 7 | 10 |
| Lead changes | 14 | 14 |
| Time in front | 16 | 75 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half54-64Aaron Clark makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half56-64Juanse Gorosito makes 4-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half56-65Pavle Stošic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-65Assane Diop makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half58-67Javon Cooley makes layup (Pavle Stošic assists)
- 2nd Half60-67Toneari Lane makes driving layup
- 2nd Half60-68Styles Phipps makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-69Styles Phipps makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-69Ty-Laur Johnson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half63-69Ty-Laur Johnson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half63-70Javon Cooley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-70Assane Diop makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half66-70Toneari Lane makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-70Toneari Lane makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-70Vuk Boskovic makes 26-foot three point jumper (Toneari Lane assists)
- 2nd Half72-70Adrian McIntyre makes layup (Juanse Gorosito assists)
- 2nd Half72-71Styles Phipps makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-72Styles Phipps makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-72Toneari Lane makes 24-foot three point jumper (Adrian McIntyre assists)
- 2nd Half75-75Styles Phipps makes 28-foot three point jumper (Javon Cooley assists)
- OT78-75Toneari Lane makes 23-foot three point jumper (Adrian McIntyre assists)
- OT78-77Danilo Dožic makes layup (Styles Phipps assists)
- OT78-78Danilo Dožic makes free throw 1 of 1
- OT79-78Adrian McIntyre makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT80-78Adrian McIntyre makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT82-78Assane Diop makes 3-foot dunk (Vuk Boskovic assists)
- OT82-80Javon Cooley makes layup (Aaron Clark assists)
- OT82-81Styles Phipps makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT82-82Styles Phipps makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT83-82Vuk Boskovic makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT83-83Pavle Stošic makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT86-83Toneari Lane makes 25-foot three point jumper (Juanse Gorosito assists)
- OT87-83Juanse Gorosito makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT88-83Juanse Gorosito makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT89-83Adrian McIntyre makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT90-83Adrian McIntyre makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT90-86Aaron Clark makes 24-foot three point jumper (Styles Phipps assists)
- OT91-86Toneari Lane makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT92-86Toneari Lane makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT92-88Aaron Clark makes layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Pepperdine Waves, below favours San Diego Toreros.
Venue
- Firestone FieldhouseMalibu, CA
- Attendance643
- OfficialsChris Hudson, Matthew Rukasin, John Jenkins Jr.
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