Pacific 68, at Santa Clara 76

LAS VEGAS (Interstat) — In a West Coast Conference tournament setting that demanded execution, the Santa Clara Broncos showcased their offensive firepower from beyond the arc, building a commanding first-half lead and then holding off a persistent Pacific Tigers squad for a 76-68 victory Sunday at Orleans Arena. The game, played before a crowd of 3,664, was defined by a blistering first-half shooting display from the Broncos. Santa Clara connected on 10 of its 15 three-pointers before halftime, racing out to a 45-38 lead at the break. That cushion, built on efficient ball movement and timely shooting, proved vital as… Read more...