San Diego Toreros vs
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Struggling San Diego Team Set to Face Pepperdine in Crucial Conference Matchup, Pepperdine Favored to Win by 8 Points

The struggling San Diego team will face off against Pepperdine in a conference matchup on Thursday night. Pepperdine, who won their previous meeting this season, is coming off a loss against Loyola Marymount. San Diego is looking to bounce back from a recent defeat against Santa Clara. With Pepperdine favored to win by 8 points, this game will be one to watch for fans of both teams.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Toreros +278 | Waves -350
• Spread: Toreros +8 (-110) | Waves -8 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 152.25 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Pepperdine will win straight-up is 78%.

San Diego vs Pepperdine Stats

San Diego Toreros

The San Diego Toreros recently won their first conference game of the season but have since lost 12 consecutive games, leaving them at the bottom of the WCC standings. Led by Steven Jamerson II, a 6'10 senior averaging 8.9 PPG and 7.5 RPG, the team relies heavily on scoring from their junior guard Kjay Bradley Jr., who averages 14.5 PPG. Despite their fast pace of play, the team struggles offensively and defensively, ranking poorly in both categories. With a power ranking of 313 and a record of 4-22, the Toreros will need to win the WCC Tournament to advance to the NCAA Tournament.

Pepperdine Waves Analysis

The Pepperdine Waves have struggled in their last three games, losing to Portland, Loyola Marymount, and Washington State. They currently have a 3-9 conference record and are in 8th place in the league. Their leading scorer, Stefan Todorovic, has been performing well with 18.8 PPG and 6.0 RPG. Moe Odum is also a key player, averaging 12.0 PPG and ranking 6th in the nation in assists with 7.2 per game. Boubacar Coulibaly adds 9.1 PPG and 6.9 RPG to the team. The Waves are ranked 227th overall by KenPom and have a fast tempo, ranking 72nd in the nation. On offense, they are shooting 43.94% from the field and 32.26% from beyond the arc. Defensively, they are allowing 44.67% of field goals and 32.92% of three-pointers. They are averaging 35.67 rebounds per game and 13.25 defensive assists. Despite their recent struggles, they will need to get hot and win the WCC Tournament to advance in the postseason.

San Diego Toreros Struggling as Season Nears End, Facing Tough Matchup Against Pepperdine

The San Diego Toreros are approaching the end of their season, which is beginning to affect their performance on the court. With only five games remaining, they are facing tough opponents in the conference and have struggled with 12 consecutive losses. The upcoming matchup against Pepperdine poses a challenge, as they have skilled players like Todorovic and Coulibaly who will pose a threat to San Diego's offense, which ranks low in efficiency. Pepperdine's defense is significantly stronger, as evidenced by their recent win over San Diego on the road. Considering these factors, it is likely that Pepperdine will cover the spread in their upcoming game against San Diego.

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