The Portland Pilots pulled off an impressive victory on Saturday night, defeating the Pacific Tigers 78-64. It was a hard-fought game, with both teams playing their hearts out.
The Pilots were led by senior guard Marcus Shaver Jr., who scored a game-high 23 points. Shaver Jr. was a force to be reckoned with, shooting 8-for-14 from the field and 4-for-7 from beyond the arc. He also had five rebounds and four assists to round out his impressive performance.
The rest of the team followed suit, with four other Pilots scoring in double figures. Senior forward JoJo Walker had 17 points and seven rebounds, while junior guard Ethan Thompson added 15 points and four assists. Senior forward Tahirou Diabate and sophomore guard Amari McCray each chipped in 10 points.
The Pilots’ defense was also impressive, holding the Tigers to just 36.2% shooting from the field and 25% from beyond the arc. The Pilots also outrebounded the Tigers 37-25, which was a key factor in their victory.
The win was a big one for the Pilots, as it improved their record to 8-2 on the season. They have now won five of their last six games and look to be in good shape heading into the final stretch of the season.
It was an impressive win for the Pilots, and they will look to build on this momentum as they continue their season.
