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Pepperdine Falls 89-73 Against Santa Clara - Game Recap
Santa Clara got a 25-point performance from Jalen Williams as they ran past Pepperdine 89-73 on Thursday at Firestone Fieldhouse.
Santa Clara was a -11.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Santa Clara got 15 points from Giordan Williams and another 14 points from PJ Pipes. Jalen Williams contributed 6 assists, while Jaden Bediako cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Pepperdine got 24 points from Houston Mallette in a losing cause and another 15 points from Jan Zidek. Mike Mitchell Jr. contributed 5 assists for them, while Victor Ohia Obioha had 13 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Santa Clara were victorious, as the score was 50-44 at the break.
Santa Clara won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 36-26.
Santa Clara looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Portland. Pepperdine will aim to get back on the winning track at BYU.