NCAAB · Final

Lumberjacks Edge Waves in Close Contest

Friday, November 21, 2025, 9:00 PM ET · Firestone Fieldhouse

Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks 63, Pepperdine Waves 60, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks vs Pepperdine Waves?

Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks beat Pepperdine Waves 63-60 at Firestone Fieldhouse on November 21, 2025.

In a tightly contested game at Firestone Fieldhouse, the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks narrowly defeated the Pepperdine Waves with a final score of 63-60. This matchup showcased the contrasting recent forms of both teams, with the Lumberjacks entering the game with a solid away record of 5-1, while the Waves had a home record of 3-3. The game highlighted the competitive nature of NCAAB as both teams fought hard for the win.

The Waves had a recent record of 6-4 over their last ten games, with a scoring average of 81.8 points per game and allowing 78.3 points. They had won their last game against LSU New Orleans Privateers, scoring 90 points while conceding 79. However, they had also suffered losses to teams like Northern Colorado Bears and UCLA Bruins earlier in the season. At home, the Waves had a record of 3-2, demonstrating their capability to score heavily but also indicating vulnerability on defense.

On the other hand, the Lumberjacks had a mixed record of 5-5 in their last ten games, but they had shown resilience with a recent away record of 2-3. Their scoring average was lower than the Waves at 75.5 points per game, while they allowed an average of 75.4 points. They entered the game on a one-game losing streak, having lost to Fresno State Bulldogs, but had previously secured victories against teams like Abilene Christian Wildcats and Rice Owls. Their last five games showed a better performance with a record of 4-1, scoring an average of 85.6 points and allowing 71.2 points.

The game featured several key scoring plays in the second half that shifted momentum. Aaron Clark made crucial free throws, bringing the Waves to a 60-56 lead before the Lumberjacks fought back. Narit Chotikavanic's three-point jumper, assisted by Keon Thompson, sealed the game for Stephen F. Austin, allowing them to take a 63-60 lead.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams would have been keen to field their strongest lineups in such a competitive fixture. The conditions at Firestone Fieldhouse were conducive to a high-energy game, with both teams looking to capitalize on scoring opportunities.

The market had priced the game with the Lumberjacks as slight favorites, reflecting their recent form and away record. Specific odds were not mentioned, but the close nature of the game indicated that both teams were viewed as competitive.

Viewers should have watched for the strategic plays from both coaches, as well as the individual performances from players like Clark and Chotikavanic, who made key contributions in the closing moments of the game. The final score of 63-60 underscored the intensity and competitiveness of college basketball, with both teams showcasing their strengths and weaknesses throughout the contest.

Leaders

PointsAaron Clark30Pepperdine Waves
AssistsStyles Phipps3Pepperdine Waves
ReboundsJavon Cooley8Pepperdine Waves
PointsNarit Chotikavanic22Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
AssistsKeon Thompson5Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
ReboundsKeon Thompson8Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks

Recent form

Pepperdine Waves

Last 10: 6-4Streak W181.8 scored · 78.3 allowed per game3-2 at home

W90-79vs LSU New Orleans PrivateersNov 19
L81-88vs Northern Colorado BearsNov 16
W113-76vs Lincoln (CA) OaklandersNov 12
L63-74at UCLA BruinsNov 8
W88-80vs Life Pacific WarriorsNov 4
L59-74at Saint Mary's GaelsMar 11
W78-76at Santa Clara BroncosMar 10
W77-73at Oregon State BeaversMar 9
W86-73at Portland PilotsMar 8
L83-90vs Washington State CougarsMar 2

Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks

Last 10: 5-5Streak L175.5 scored · 75.4 allowed per game2-3 away

L78-80at Fresno State BulldogsNov 19
W76-66vs Abilene Christian WildcatsNov 15
W81-69at Rice OwlsNov 12
W90-65vs Arkansas State Red WolvesNov 8
W103-76vs Millsaps MajorsNov 3
L64-95vs McNeese CowboysMar 4
L70-94vs Nicholls ColonelsMar 1
L56-72at Houston Christian HuskiesFeb 25
L61-63at Incarnate Word CardinalsFeb 22
W76-74at East Texas A&M LionsFeb 18

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Stephen F. Austin	28-6	-	20-2
McNeese	28-6	1	19-3
UT Rio Grande Valley	19-14	6	14-8
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi	18-15	7	13-9
LSU New Orleans	15-18	8	12-10
Nicholls	14-19	8	12-10
Houston Christian	12-20	12	8-14
Northwestern State	10-22	12	8-14
Incarnate Word	12-19	13	7-15
Lamar	12-19	13	7-15
East Texas A&M	11-21	14	6-16
SE Louisiana	9-22	14	6-16
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	Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks	Pepperdine Waves
Field goals	26-68	20-50
Field goal %	38	40
Three-pointers	10-36	7-18
Three-point %	28	39
Free throws	1-1	13-14
Free throw %	100	93
Rebounds	32	28
Offensive rebounds	10	6
Defensive rebounds	22	22
Assists	17	7
Steals	9	4
Blocks	3	3
Turnovers	10	15
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	17	10
Fast-break points	10	8
Points in the paint	28	18
Fouls	16	9
Largest lead	4	14

How the scoring went

1st Half16-30Aaron Clark made Three Point Jumper.
1st Half19-30Kam Burton made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jerald Colonel.
1st Half22-30Narit Chotikavanic made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Keon Thompson.
1st Half24-30Keon Thompson made Layup.
1st Half24-32Styles Phipps made Layup.
2nd Half24-34Javon Cooley made Layup. Assisted by Aaron Clark.
2nd Half27-34Kam Burton made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jerald Colonel.
2nd Half29-34Chrishawn Christmas made Layup. Assisted by Jerald Colonel.
2nd Half29-35Aaron Clark made Free Throw.
2nd Half31-35Keon Thompson made Dunk.
2nd Half33-35Jerald Colonel made Layup.
2nd Half36-35Narit Chotikavanic made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Keon Thompson.
2nd Half36-37Aaron Clark made Jumper.
2nd Half39-37Narit Chotikavanic made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half41-37Chrishawn Christmas made Dunk. Assisted by Ahamed Mohammed.
2nd Half41-39Javon Cooley made Dunk. Assisted by Styles Phipps.
2nd Half43-39Ahamed Mohammed made Jumper.
2nd Half43-40Danilo Dožic made Free Throw.
2nd Half43-41Danilo Dožic made Free Throw.
2nd Half43-43Stefan Cicic made Layup. Assisted by Styles Phipps.
2nd Half45-43Keon Thompson made Jumper. Assisted by Lateef Patrick.
2nd Half47-43Jerald Colonel made Dunk. Assisted by Lateef Patrick.
2nd Half47-44Danilo Dožic made Free Throw.
2nd Half47-45Danilo Dožic made Free Throw.
2nd Half47-46Aaron Clark made Free Throw.
2nd Half47-47Aaron Clark made Free Throw.
2nd Half50-47Lateef Patrick made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Chrishawn Christmas.
2nd Half50-49Aaron Clark made Layup. Assisted by Styles Phipps.
2nd Half53-49Narit Chotikavanic made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Chrishawn Christmas.
2nd Half53-51Aaron Clark made Jumper.
2nd Half53-54Aaron Clark made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half53-55Aaron Clark made Free Throw.
2nd Half53-56Aaron Clark made Free Throw.
2nd Half56-56Narit Chotikavanic made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Chrishawn Christmas.
2nd Half56-58Styles Phipps made Layup.
2nd Half56-59Aaron Clark made Free Throw.
2nd Half56-60Aaron Clark made Free Throw.
2nd Half58-60Keon Thompson made Jumper. Assisted by Lateef Patrick.
2nd Half60-60Keon Thompson made Jumper. Assisted by Lateef Patrick.
2nd Half63-60Narit Chotikavanic made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Keon Thompson.

Win probability

Above the line favours Pepperdine Waves, below favours Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks.