Portland Pilots vs Pepperdine Waves predictions, Mar 05, 2026

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As the Portland Pilots prepare to host the Pepperdine Waves on March 5, 2026, both teams face critical matchups that could impact their NCAA aspirations. The Pilots, struggling with form, have secured only one win in their last five outings, which raises concerns about their consistency and overall performance heading into this contest. They will need to leverage their home-court advantage and improve their offensive execution if they are to challenge the Waves effectively.

Conversely, Pepperdine arrives at this matchup in better shape, having claimed three victories in their last five games. Their recent form highlights a more cohesive unit, showcasing a solid tactical approach characterized by efficient ball movement and effective perimeter shooting. This improvement could prove crucial in their quest for a road win against a rival team.

Currently, bookmakers favor the Pilots with odds of 1.65 for a home victory, reflecting a slight edge in overall confidence. The model predicts a 56.9% probability of a Portland win, juxtaposed against a 43.1% chance for Pepperdine. However, with both teams demonstrating fluctuating performances, the outcome is far from assured, making this matchup one to watch closely.

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Portland 55.2%

Pepperdine 44.8%

Prediction (the most likely score): 78:75

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Betting Odds

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	1.68		2.08
	1.69		2.07
	1.66		2.05

Latest Results

28.02.26 Portland Pilots basketball – San Diego Toreros basketball – 87:74 25.02.26 Gonzaga Bulldogs basketball – Portland Pilots basketball – 89:48 21.02.26 Seattle Redhawks basketball – Portland Pilots basketball – 71:59 18.02.26 Portland Pilots basketball – Pepperdine Waves basketball – 87:95 11.02.26 San Diego Toreros basketball – Portland Pilots basketball – 71:58

28.02.26 Pepperdine Waves basketball – Washington State Cougars basketball – 88:79 25.02.26 Pepperdine Waves basketball – Seattle Redhawks basketball – 80:87 21.02.26 Oregon State Beavers basketball – Pepperdine Waves basketball – 83:73 18.02.26 Portland Pilots basketball – Pepperdine Waves basketball – 87:95 14.02.26 Pepperdine Waves basketball – Loyola Marymount Lions basketball – 90:89

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Portland won 2.

Portland is going through a rough patch (last 5 games: 1 wins).

Pepperdine has been unpredictable lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).

In this match, both teams are almost equally likely to win.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Portland won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 13 matches, and goals 1510:1581. (average 75.5:79.1).

Including home matches between the teams, Portland won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 780:803. (average 78:80.3).

Latest Head To Head

18.02.26 Portland Pilots basketball – Pepperdine Waves basketball – 87:95 14.01.26 Pepperdine Waves basketball – Portland Pilots basketball – 67:63 07.03.25 Portland Pilots basketball – Pepperdine Waves basketball – 73:86 27.02.25 Portland Pilots basketball – Pepperdine Waves basketball – 87:67 01.02.25 Pepperdine Waves basketball – Portland Pilots basketball – 64:84

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