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Men’s basketball secures bounce back win against Portland

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Photo by Sarah Malone After losing a chance to take the first place spot in the WCC on Jan. 16 against Gonzaga, Pepperdine's men's basketball looked to bounce back against the conference rival Portland Pilots on Saturday night. Pepperdine was able to secure the win with a strong defensive second period, finishing 76-65 and improving the Waves record to 12-8 for the … [Read more...] about Men’s basketball secures bounce back win against Portland

Men’s basketball falls to WCC powerhouse, Gonzaga

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Photo by Marisa Padilla With first place in the WCC at stake and a full student section cheering them on, the Pepperdine men's basketball team (4-3) jumped on Gonzaga (5-1) early to secure a 14-12 lead with 11:21 left on the clock. However, the Bulldogs' experience coupled with their defensive intensity, trumped the Waves at the buzzer, 70-53, on Thursday, Jan. 16. Prior to … [Read more...] about Men’s basketball falls to WCC powerhouse, Gonzaga

Shaq delves into empire business

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Kazaam. seven-foot-one, listed at 324 pounds, with a flashy smile and a wild attitude. Combined, those features only describe one man: Shaquille O’Neal. Once upon a time Los Angelenos loved him. Even though he couldn’t sink a free throw to save his life, he averaged 27 points per game alongside 11.8 total rebounds while playing for the Lakers. He and Kobe put on a show, … [Read more...] about Shaq delves into empire business

Rolling in mad stacks and the Pels

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NBA players, for the most part, are wealthy — no surprise there. If players manage their money correctly, the million dollar salaries and the endorsement deals can set a man for life. But the players aren’t the only ones putting in work. There are tons of other power players who work in professional sports organizations. The top dogs make bank.Forbes released its list of … [Read more...] about Rolling in mad stacks and the Pels

Defending NBA champs take talents to Malibu

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Photo courtesy of @MartyWilson4 Miami Heat teammates Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh pay a visit to Firestone Fieldhouse to work out with pro trainer Tim Grover Dwyane Wade dropped by Firestone Fieldhouse last Thursday for a workout with his professional trainer, Tim Grover, before LeBron James’ San Diego wedding that same day. Grover also trains Los Angeles Laker Kobe … [Read more...] about Defending NBA champs take talents to Malibu