Vrankic scores 20 to lead Santa Clara past Pacific 81-59
SANTA CLARA, Calif. -- — Josip Vrankic had 20 points as Santa Clara romped past Pacific 81-59 on Monday night.
Keshawn Justice had 16 points and 10 rebounds for Santa Clara (14-8, 4-3 West Coast Conference). Giordan Williams added 14 points. Carlos Stewart had 14 points.
Jalen Williams, whose 19 points per game heading into the matchup led the Broncos, scored 8 points. He failed to make a shot from beyond the arc (0 of 4).
Jeremiah Bailey had 19 points and seven rebounds for the Tigers (6-14, 1-5). Khaleb Wilson-Rouse added 19 points. Alphonso Anderson had seven rebounds.
The Broncos improve to 2-0 against the Tigers on the season. Santa Clara defeated Pacific 84-70 on Jan. 12.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Michael Irving
- Jimmy Casas
- Frank Harvey
2024-25 West Coast Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Mary's | 6-0 | - | 16-3 |
| San Francisco | 6-2 | 1 | 16-5 |
| Washington State | 5-2 | 1.5 | 15-5 |
| Gonzaga | 5-2 | 1.5 | 14-6 |
| Santa Clara | 5-2 | 1.5 | 13-7 |
| Oregon State | 4-3 | 2.5 | 14-6 |
| Loyola Marymount | 3-4 | 3.5 | 11-8 |
| Pepperdine | 1-5 | 5 | 7-12 |
| Portland | 1-6 | 5.5 | 6-14 |
| Pacific | 1-6 | 5.5 | 6-15 |
| San Diego | 1-6 | 5.5 | 4-16 |
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