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Pepperdine Falls 86-82 to Santa Clara - Recap
Pepperdine was scorched by Josip Vrankic for 26 points as Santa Clara defeated them 86-82 in NCAA action on Saturday.
Bettors who backed Santa Clara were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +3.5 at sportsbooks.
Jalen Williams had 17 points for Santa Clara and Christian Carlyle chipped in with 16 points. Miguel Tomley had 6 assists for them, while Josip Vrankic was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.
Pepperdine got 26 points from Colbey Ross in a losing cause and another 18 points from Jan Zidek. Colbey Ross contributed 6 assists for them, while Jan Zidek had 9 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Santa Clara were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
Pepperdine won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 30-29.
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 St. Mary's.