Portland Pilots Secure Victory Over Arkansas Pine Bluff

The University of Portland men's basketball team achieved an 83-74 victory against the Arkansas Pine Bluff Golden Lions on November 6, 2025, at the Chiles Center in Portland, Oregon. This win marked the Pilots' second consecutive victory of the season, improving their record to 2-0.

Balanced effort leads Pilots past Arkansas Pine Bluff

Portland's success was bolstered by a strong bench performance, contributing 42 points to the team's total. Mikah Ballew led the bench with 15 points, shooting 3 of 5 from three-point range and a perfect 6 of 6 from the free-throw line. Jermaine Ballisager Webb added 14 points, while Joel Foxwell notched a double-double with 12 points and 10 assists. Quion Williams was the standout for Arkansas Pine Bluff, scoring 31 points and grabbing 13 rebounds.

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The Pilots established an early lead, going up by as much as 19 points in the second half. After a strong first half, Portland led 45-29 at halftime, aided by an 11-0 run late in the period. Despite a late push from the Golden Lions, who narrowed the margin with free throws and forced turnovers, Portland maintained control and secured the win.

Balanced effort leads Pilots past Arkansas Pine Bluff

Portland's defense was instrumental in the victory, limiting Arkansas Pine Bluff to a shooting percentage of 36.8% from the field. The Pilots also forced 19 turnovers, which contributed to their ability to maintain a lead throughout the game.

Balanced effort leads Pilots past Arkansas Pine Bluff

• Bench Points: 42

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• Field Goals: Portland shot 25 of 32 from the free-throw line but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting only 6 of 27 three-point attempts.

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• Rebounds: The Pilots edged the Golden Lions in rebounding, 37-36.

Balanced effort leads Pilots past Arkansas Pine Bluff

• Turnovers: Both teams committed 19 turnovers, with each scoring 28 points off those turnovers.

Balanced effort leads Pilots past Arkansas Pine Bluff

The Pilots will conclude their three-game homestand with a matchup against the UC Davis Aggies on November 9, 2025, at 2:00 PM. This game will be broadcast on KUNP-TV and ESPN+.

Balanced effort leads Pilots past Arkansas Pine Bluff

Scott Leykam, Vice President for Athletics at the University of Portland, expressed enthusiasm about the team's performance and the upcoming broadcast partnership with KUNP-TV, stating that it would enhance visibility for the Pilots' athletic programs.

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While the Pilots showcased a strong performance, some analysts noted the team's struggles from three-point range, which could be a concern moving forward in the season.

Balanced effort leads Pilots past Arkansas Pine Bluff

• “» Portland never trailed in the second half on its way to victory.” — Portland Pilots Game Summary

Balanced effort leads Pilots past Arkansas Pine Bluff

• “» Mikah Ballew and Jermaine Ballisager Webb came off the bench to score 15 and 14 points, respectively.” — Game Recap

Balanced effort leads Pilots past Arkansas Pine Bluff

• “Game Notes » Joel Foxwell notched his first collegiate double-double for the Pilots with 12 points and 10 assists.” — Game Highlights

Balanced effort leads Pilots past Arkansas Pine Bluff

This victory reflects the Pilots' strong start to the season and sets the stage for their upcoming challenges.

Balanced effort leads Pilots past Arkansas Pine Bluff