NCAAB · Final

Portland Pilots Defeat San Diego Toreros 87-74

Saturday, February 28, 2026, 4:00 PM ET · Chiles Center

Portland Pilots 87, San Diego Toreros 74, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won San Diego Toreros vs Portland Pilots?

Portland Pilots beat San Diego Toreros 87-74 at Chiles Center on February 28, 2026.

Who was favored in San Diego Toreros vs Portland Pilots?

Portland Pilots were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -148 (about 60% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive matchup at the Chiles Center, the Portland Pilots claimed victory over the San Diego Toreros with a final score of 87-74. This game was notable as it marked a turnaround for the Pilots, who had been struggling with a four-game losing streak prior to this win. With a home record of 13-18, Portland's performance in this game was crucial for their morale as they faced a team that had previously defeated them just weeks earlier.

The Pilots entered this game with a recent form of 3-7 over their last ten games, averaging 65.8 points scored while allowing 77.0 points per game. Their last five games had seen them average 61.2 points, which highlighted their offensive struggles. In contrast, the Toreros, with a record of 11-20, also had a recent form of 3-7, averaging 75.7 points scored and 83.2 points allowed. Both teams were looking to improve their standings, but the Pilots managed to break their losing streak effectively.

In their previous meetings this season, the Pilots had lost to the Toreros 58-71 on February 12, 2026, which added an extra layer of significance to this matchup. The Pilots had also lost to San Diego in their last encounter in the 2025 season, making this victory an important one for their confidence.

The injury report showed no significant injuries impacting either team for this game, allowing both squads to field their best lineups. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Pilots favored by 2.5 points, with a total set at 148.5. The odds reflected a closely contested game, but the Pilots' home advantage proved to be a decisive factor.

Conditions in the Chiles Center were conducive for basketball, with a supportive home crowd that likely energized the Pilots. As the game progressed, it became evident that the Pilots were determined to assert their dominance, particularly in the second half.

The scoring plays in the latter part of the game showcased the Pilots' ability to maintain their lead. Key contributions came from players like Garrett Nuckolls, who made a crucial 13-foot pullup jump shot, and Dante Censori-Hercules, who added to the score with free throws. The Pilots' ability to convert free throws down the stretch helped solidify their lead and secure the win.

Overall, this game was a significant moment for the Portland Pilots as they not only avenged their earlier defeat to the Toreros but also demonstrated a much-needed improvement in their offensive execution. The victory could serve as a turning point as they head into the closing stretch of the season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	PORT -2.5	148.5 o -110 / u -110	San Diego Toreros +124 · Portland Pilots -148

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Leaders

PointsGarrett Nuckolls20Portland Pilots
AssistsJoel Foxwell6Portland Pilots
ReboundsJoel Foxwell7Portland Pilots
PointsAssane Diop16San Diego Toreros
AssistsVuk Boskovic7San Diego Toreros
ReboundsAssane Diop5San Diego Toreros

Recent form

Portland Pilots

Last 10: 3-7Streak L465.8 scored · 77 allowed per game2-2 at home

L48-89at Gonzaga BulldogsFeb 26
L59-71at Seattle U RedhawksFeb 22
L87-95vs Pepperdine WavesFeb 19
L58-71at San Diego TorerosFeb 12
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

San Diego Toreros

Last 10: 3-7Streak L375.7 scored · 83.2 allowed per game1-3 away

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
W96-92vs Washington State CougarsJan 22

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	Portland Pilots
Field goals	30-56	32-61
Field goal %	54	52
Three-pointers	9-21	8-21
Three-point %	43	38
Free throws	5-7	15-19
Free throw %	71	79
Rebounds	24	31
Offensive rebounds	4	9
Defensive rebounds	20	22
Assists	24	23
Steals	4	6
Blocks	0	2
Turnovers	15	7
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	9	20
Fast-break points	9	6
Points in the paint	36	46
Fouls	19	14
Largest lead	14	14
Lead changes	1	1
Time in front	68	30

How the scoring went

2nd Half53-39Assane Diop makes layup (Juanse Gorosito assists)
2nd Half53-41James O'Donnell makes layup (Garrett Nuckolls assists)
2nd Half53-42Jermaine Ballisager Webb makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half53-43Jermaine Ballisager Webb makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half53-44Jermaine Ballisager Webb makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half53-45Jermaine Ballisager Webb makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half53-47Jermaine Ballisager Webb makes layup
2nd Half53-49Joel Foxwell makes 9-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half53-51Jermaine Ballisager Webb makes layup (Joel Foxwell assists)
2nd Half53-54Matúš Hronský makes 24-foot three point jumper (Joel Foxwell assists)
2nd Half53-56Garrett Nuckolls makes layup (Jermaine Ballisager Webb assists)
2nd Half53-59Matúš Hronský makes 24-foot three point jumper (Garrett Nuckolls assists)
2nd Half53-61Jermaine Ballisager Webb makes 1-foot dunk (Garrett Nuckolls assists)
2nd Half55-61Gavin Ripp makes 2-foot dunk
2nd Half56-61Gavin Ripp makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half56-62Jermaine Ballisager Webb makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half58-62Gavin Ripp makes layup
2nd Half58-64Jermaine Ballisager Webb makes 1-foot hook shot (Garrett Nuckolls assists)
2nd Half60-64Juanse Gorosito makes 8-foot step back jumpshot
2nd Half62-64Gavin Ripp makes layup (Vuk Boskovic assists)
2nd Half62-67Garrett Nuckolls makes 24-foot three point jumper (Joel Foxwell assists)
2nd Half62-69James O'Donnell makes 1-foot dunk (Dante Censori-Hercules assists)
2nd Half62-71Garrett Nuckolls makes 7-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half64-71Dominique Ford makes layup (Gavin Ripp assists)
2nd Half64-73Dante Censori-Hercules makes layup
2nd Half66-73Dominique Ford makes layup (Adrian McIntyre assists)
2nd Half66-76Matúš Hronský makes 24-foot three point jumper (James O'Donnell assists)
2nd Half68-76Dominique Ford makes 15-foot pullup jump shot (Vuk Boskovic assists)
2nd Half68-78Jermaine Ballisager Webb makes layup (Dante Censori-Hercules assists)
2nd Half70-78Dominique Ford makes 15-foot turnaround jump shot (Vuk Boskovic assists)
2nd Half70-81Matúš Hronský makes 24-foot three point jumper (Joel Foxwell assists)
2nd Half70-82Joel Foxwell makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half70-83Joel Foxwell makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half71-83Toneari Lane makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half71-85Garrett Nuckolls makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half72-85Juanse Gorosito makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half73-85Juanse Gorosito makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half73-86Dante Censori-Hercules makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half73-87Dante Censori-Hercules makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half74-87Assane Diop makes free throw 2 of 2