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Pepperdine Falls 84-64 Against Portland - Game Recap
Pepperdine was run off the court by Portland on Saturday as they blasted them 84-64 at Firestone Fieldhouse.
Portland won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the +9.0-point spread as underdogs.
Max Mackinnon had 24 points for Portland and Chris Austin chipped in with 20 points. Max Mackinnon had 7 assists for them, while Bol Dengdit was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
Pepperdine got a 16-point performance from Dovydas Butka, who was supported by 14 points from Jaxon Olvera. Jaxon Olvera had 3 assists in a losing cause for Pepperdine, while Dovydas Butka grabbed 12 rebounds.
Portland led at halftime, 53-36.
The rebound battle favored Portland as they grabbed 32 boards, while Pepperdine only had 31
Portland looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Santa Clara. Pepperdine will aim to get back on the winning track at Washington State.