Malibu, California – In a commanding performance on Thursday night, Malik Thomas led the San Francisco Dons to an 80-63 triumph over the Pepperdine Waves.

Thomas contributed significantly to the victory, netting 20 points. He showcased his shooting skills by making 5 of 11 attempts from the floor, including two 3-pointers out of five tries. Additionally, he was flawless from the free-throw line, sinking all eight of his attempts. The Dons improved their season record to 15 wins and 5 losses, standing at 5-2 in the West Coast Conference. Marcus Williams also had a notable performance with 16 points, while Venjamin Absoi chipped in with eight points and captured six rebounds.

For the Waves, Boubacar Coulibaly stood out, scoring 17 points, grabbing six rebounds, and making two steals. Stefan Todorovic added 13 points and seven rebounds to the team’s efforts, while Moe Odum supported with eight points, four assists, and three steals. The Waves fell to a record of 7-11 with a conference standing of 1-4.

San Francisco seized control of the game early on, establishing a lead just 1 minute and 13 seconds into the first half, and they maintained their advantage throughout the contest. By halftime, the Dons had built a 48-36 lead, with Thomas already contributing 15 points to the score.

This solid win highlights San Francisco’s strong performance in the West Coast Conference as they continue their pursuit of a successful season.