San Diego (15-14) vs Pacific (6-24)
Game Info: Saturday, March 2, 2024 at 10:00 pm (Jenny Craig Pavilion)
Betting Odds: San Diego -9.5 - Over/Under: 152.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: WCC
The San Diego Toreros will host the Pacific Tigers for a WCC matchup this Saturday from the Jenny Craig Pavilion on the WCC Network. USD comes in as 9.5-point home favorites, with the total hovering 152.5. Stay tuned for our Pacific vs San Diego Prediction.
Pacific Tigers Preview
Pacific dropped to 6-24 after losing to LMU in Stockton, 86-63. The Tigers were pushed around in their home finale by the Lions, and it’s unlikely things will change here in San Diego. Pacific is currently last in the WCC with a 0-15 record in conference play, with a 0-10 record over their last ten games, and they’ve gone 1-12 on the road this season.
Pacific’s Impact Players
- Senior guard Donovan Williams has scored 13 points or more in three of the last four games, and he leads Pacific in scoring (9.7).
- Junior swingman Judson Martindale has struggled all throughout conference play, but he’s still second on the team at 9.2 ppg.
San Diego Toreros Preview
San Diego fell to 16-14 after losing to LMU in LA, 96-62. The Toreros were blitzed after the break by the Lions, and they’ll look to respond swiftly here against the Tigers. San Diego currently 5th in the WCC with a 6-9 record in league play.
San Diego’s Impact Players
- Veteran guard Wayne McKinney came thru with a game-high 31 points in the road win over Pacific, and he leads San Diego in scoring (14.9).
- Junior guard Deuce Turner led the way with 23 points in the Santa Clara victory, and he’s second on the team at 14.5 ppg.
- LA Native Steven Jameeson II has been consistent on the glass, and after grabbing ten boards or more in five straight contests, he leads USD in rebounding (8.3), while scoring 9.3 ppg.
Pacific vs San Diego Team Stats
- Pacific has scored 65.3 points per game, on 41.6% shooting, and they’ve allowed 73.6 ppg.
- The Tigers are averaging 70.3 possessions per game (198th), while shooting 32.0% from the outside, and 64.7% from the line.
- San Diego is scoring 72.5 points per game, on 43.4% shooting, while allowing 66.6 ppg.
- The Toreros are averaging 73.5 possessions per game (51st), while shooting 35.7% from deep, and 73.2% from the stripe.
Pacific vs San Diego Game Facts
- Pacific leads the head-to-head series, 18-11, but San Diego has won three of the last five meetings.
- PAC is 6-22 against the spread, with a 13-15 O/U record
- USD is 12-16 ATS, with a 17-11 over/under record.
Pacific vs San Diego Prediction
Pacific’s season of turmoil will come to a close Saturday, and San Diego should have no issues doing the honors this Saturday. The Tigers own one of the longest losing streaks in the nation, and it’s likely the Toreros extend it into the 2024-25 campaign. Even if Pacific shows signs of life, they won’t be worth backing at this point. Back San Diego on Senior Night for this WCC matchup.
Corey’s Pick San Diego TO COVER
AUTHOR: Corey Ghee
