ncaab Game Recap
Recap - Santa Clara Defeats Pepperdine 91-80
Santa Clara earned a 91-80 victory over Pepperdine on Saturday, getting 19 points from Adama-Alpha Bal at Leavey Center.
Santa Clara did not, however, defeat Pepperdine against the spread, which closed at -14.0 at most sportsbooks.
Santa Clara got 18 points from Tyeree Bryan and another 11 points from Johnny O'Neil. Adama-Alpha Bal contributed 8 assists, while Jake Ensminger cleaned the glass with 5 rebounds.
Pepperdine got 25 points from Stefan Todorovic in a losing cause and another 16 points from Dovydas Butka. Moe Odum contributed 9 assists for them, while Boubacar Coulibaly had 10 rebounds.
Santa Clara was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Pepperdine as they grabbed 32 boards, while Santa Clara only had 31
Santa Clara looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the San Francisco. Pepperdine will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Gonzaga.