Seattle U Redhawks Defeat Pepperdine Waves 87-80
Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Firestone Fieldhouse
Seattle U Redhawks 87, Pepperdine Waves 80, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Seattle U Redhawks vs Pepperdine Waves?
Seattle U Redhawks beat Pepperdine Waves 87-80 at Firestone Fieldhouse on February 25, 2026.
Who was favored in Seattle U Redhawks vs Pepperdine Waves?
Seattle U Redhawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -355 (about 78% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Seattle U Redhawks emerged victorious against the Pepperdine Waves with a final score of 87-80. This game was held at Firestone Fieldhouse on February 26, 2026, and marked another chapter in their ongoing rivalry, with Seattle now leading the head-to-head record 2-0 this season.
The Redhawks, with an overall record of 18-12, have shown resilience in their recent performances, winning four of their last ten games. Their latest victory against the Portland Pilots on February 22, 2026, highlighted their defensive capabilities, allowing an average of just 65.6 points per game over their last ten outings. In contrast, the Waves struggled with a record of 8-22 and have only managed to win three of their last ten games, with their most recent performance resulting in a loss against Oregon State on February 22, 2026.
In terms of scoring, Seattle averaged 64.0 points over their last ten games, while Pepperdine averaged 75.2 points, but they also allowed a staggering 85.6 points per game. This defensive vulnerability has been a significant factor in their struggles throughout the season.
At home, the Waves recorded a mixed bag with a home record of 2-2 in their last four games, while the Redhawks have had a more consistent performance on the road, with a 4-2 record in their last six away games. However, Seattle's away record overall has been disappointing at 0-4, indicating difficulties in securing wins outside their home venue.
The previous meeting between these two teams on February 5, 2026, ended in a narrow victory for Seattle, who won 83-81. This latest game continued the trend of close encounters, with both teams exchanging leads and showcasing their offensive talents.
Injuries did not play a significant role in this matchup, with both teams fielding their key players. The betting lines from DraftKings indicated Seattle as the favorite with a spread of 7.5 and a money line of -355, while Pepperdine was listed at +280. The total points over/under was set at 145.5, reflecting expectations of a high-scoring game, which ultimately came to fruition with a combined score of 167 points.
Conditions during the game were favorable for basketball, with a good crowd in attendance at Firestone Fieldhouse. The atmosphere was electric, as both teams fought hard for every point. Key moments in the second half saw Seattle extend their lead with crucial free throws from Jojo Murphy and Maleek Arington, while the Waves attempted to claw back into contention with a late three-pointer from Javon Cooley.
As the game progressed, viewers were treated to a display of skill and determination, with Seattle's ability to capitalize on free throw opportunities proving decisive. The final minutes saw the Redhawks maintain their composure, ultimately sealing the win and continuing their push for a strong finish to the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SEA -7.5 | 145.5 o -112 / u -108 | Seattle U Redhawks -355 · Pepperdine Waves +280 |
Leaders
- PointsDavid Mager25Pepperdine Waves
- AssistsStyles Phipps7Pepperdine Waves
- ReboundsStefan Cicic8Pepperdine Waves
- PointsWill Heimbrodt24Seattle U Redhawks
- AssistsJojo Murphy6Seattle U Redhawks
- ReboundsAustin Maurer7Seattle U Redhawks
Recent form
Pepperdine Waves
Last 10: 3-7Streak L175.2 scored · 85.6 allowed per game2-2 at home
- L73-83at Oregon State BeaversFeb 22
- W95-87at Portland PilotsFeb 19
- W90-89vs Loyola Marymount LionsFeb 14
- L60-88at Saint Mary's GaelsFeb 12
- L59-92vs Pacific TigersFeb 8
- L81-83at Seattle U RedhawksFeb 5
- L88-92vs San Diego TorerosJan 29
- L79-95at Washington State CougarsJan 24
- L60-84at Gonzaga BulldogsJan 22
- W67-63vs Portland PilotsJan 15
Seattle U Redhawks
Last 10: 4-6Streak W164 scored · 65.6 allowed per game0-4 away
- W71-59vs Portland PilotsFeb 22
- L70-72vs Saint Mary's GaelsFeb 19
- W60-50vs Oregon State BeaversFeb 16
- L72-84at Santa Clara BroncosFeb 12
- L53-54at Portland PilotsFeb 8
- W83-81vs Pepperdine WavesFeb 5
- L58-70at Washington State CougarsJan 29
- L54-56at Pacific TigersJan 25
- W69-59vs Loyola Marymount LionsJan 22
- L50-71vs Gonzaga BulldogsJan 18
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 | Seattle U Redhawks | Pepperdine Waves |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 32-62 | 31-66 |
| Field goal % | 52 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 6-19 | 11-26 |
| Three-point % | 32 | 42 |
| Free throws | 17-24 | 7-8 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 88 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 39 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 16 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 23 |
| Assists | 16 | 20 |
| Steals | 10 | 4 |
| Blocks | 7 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 7 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 17 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 50 | 40 |
| Fouls | 15 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 19 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 99 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half57-39Will Heimbrodt makes layup (Jojo Murphy assists)
- 2nd Half57-41Styles Phipps makes driving layup
- 2nd Half60-41John Christofilis makes 23-foot three point jumper (Will Heimbrodt assists)
- 2nd Half60-44David Mager makes 25-foot three point jumper (Luka Vudragovic assists)
- 2nd Half61-44Will Heimbrodt makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-44Will Heimbrodt makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-47Luka Vudragovic makes 23-foot three point jumper (Styles Phipps assists)
- 2nd Half64-47Junseok Yeo makes driving layup
- 2nd Half64-50David Mager makes 23-foot three point jumper (Luka Vudragovic assists)
- 2nd Half65-50Houran Dan makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-53Styles Phipps makes 25-foot three point jumper (Aaron Clark assists)
- 2nd Half65-54Styles Phipps makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-55Styles Phipps makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-55Jojo Murphy makes 23-foot three point jumper (Junseok Yeo assists)
- 2nd Half70-55Austin Maurer makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half70-56Stefan Cicic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-57Stefan Cicic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-57Jojo Murphy makes driving layup
- 2nd Half74-57Will Heimbrodt makes driving layup
- 2nd Half74-59Styles Phipps makes driving layup (Javon Cooley assists)
- 2nd Half74-61Javon Cooley makes driving layup (Yonatan Levy assists)
- 2nd Half74-62Javon Cooley makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half75-62John Christofilis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-65Aaron Clark makes 25-foot three point jumper (Javon Cooley assists)
- 2nd Half76-65Junseok Yeo makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-67Yonatan Levy makes driving layup
- 2nd Half78-67Houran Dan makes layup (Will Heimbrodt assists)
- 2nd Half78-70Aaron Clark makes 25-foot three point jumper (Javon Cooley assists)
- 2nd Half78-73David Mager makes 24-foot three point jumper (Styles Phipps assists)
- 2nd Half81-73Jojo Murphy makes 25-foot three point jumper (Will Heimbrodt assists)
- 2nd Half81-74Javon Cooley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half81-75Javon Cooley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half82-75Will Heimbrodt makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half83-75Jojo Murphy makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half84-75Jojo Murphy makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half84-78Javon Cooley makes 25-foot three point jumper (Aaron Clark assists)
- 2nd Half85-78Maleek Arington makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half86-78Maleek Arington makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half87-78Austin Maurer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half87-80Styles Phipps makes layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Pepperdine Waves, below favours Seattle U Redhawks.
Venue
- Firestone FieldhouseMalibu, CA
- Attendance571
- OfficialsMatthew Rukasin, Keith Patterson, De Selle Dean
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