Pepperdine earned a 95-87 win over Portland in NCAA action, pulling away in a competitive game to secure an eight-point victory. The Waves’ ability to consistently generate scoring across the night proved decisive, as they maintained enough separation late to withstand Portland’s pushes. Portland stayed within striking distance for much of the contest, matching stretches of Pepperdine’s offense and keeping the margin manageable into the second half. However, Pepperdine’s execution in key moments—particularly down the stretch—helped them protect the lead and close out the win at the free-throw line and in half-court possessions. With no official top performers or team statistical breakdown provided, individual standouts and specific efficiency markers (field goals, three-pointers, rebounds, assists) cannot be cited accurately. Even so, the final score indicates a high-scoring pace and suggests Pepperdine’s offensive output was the difference, while Portland will likely point to late-game stops and possession efficiency as areas to improve. Going forward, Pepperdine can build on the win as proof they can win an up-tempo game and finish with composure. For Portland, the loss highlights the importance of converting key possessions late and finding ways to slow an opponent that reaches the mid-90s, especially in road or neutral environments where runs can swing momentum quickly.