STOCKTON, Calif. — In a thrilling game, Lamar Washington led the Pacific Tigers to a narrow victory over the San Diego Toreros, scoring 19 points and making a crucial layup in the final moments to secure the win at 71-69.

Washington not only showcased his scoring ability but also contributed five rebounds to help his team improve their record to 8-18 overall and 3-9 within the West Coast Conference.

In addition to Washington’s standout performance, Petar Krivokapic added 15 points for Pacific, shooting impressively with 4 field goals on 8 attempts, including 2 of 6 from distance and a perfect 5 for 5 at the charity stripe. Elijah Fisher also played a significant role by contributing 14 points, with a shooting performance of 5 for 9 from the field and 3 for 5 from the free-throw line.

For the Toreros, Santiago Trouet had a noteworthy game, finishing with 18 points, seven rebounds, and two steals. Teammates Joey Chammaa and Kody Clouet each chipped in with 14 points, but unfortunately, the team’s losing streak extended to 11 games after this close matchup.

Chammaa had a chance to turn the game in his team’s favor with a 3-pointer in the dying seconds, but the shot failed to convert.

In the first half, Washington was key for Pacific, scoring 12 points, although the Tigers went into halftime with a slight 39-37 deficit. The second half saw Krivokapic leading the way with 11 points as Pacific managed to outscore San Diego by four points after the break.

Looking ahead, both teams are set to take the court again on Saturday. Pacific will face off against Gonzaga at home, while San Diego travels to take on Santa Clara on the road.