IRVINE, California — In a recent matchup, UC Irvine triumphed over Pepperdine with an impressive score of 80-62, largely thanks to a standout performance from Devin Tillis, who netted 25 points during the game.

Along with his points, Tillis contributed 11 rebounds, helping the Anteaters maintain their undefeated record at 4-0. Justin Hohn also played a role in the team’s success, scoring 11 points despite shooting inconsistently at 4 for 15 from the floor, including just 1 for 6 from three-point range. He added five rebounds to his performance. Myles Che was another key player for UC Irvine, finishing with 11 points, taking three shots from the field, and impressively converting all eight of his free-throw attempts.

For the Waves, who now hold a record of 1-2, the leading scorer was Stefan Todorovic with 17 points along with two steals. Boubacar Coulibaly provided solid support by adding 14 points, recording six rebounds, and blocking five shots. Moe Odum also made contributions with 12 points and eight assists.

The game started competitively, with Tillis racking up 13 of his points in the first half. By halftime, UC Irvine found themselves slightly behind at 35-33. However, in a strong finish, Che accelerated the team’s momentum by scoring the final eight points, ensuring a decisive 18-point victory for the Anteaters.