Warriors Withstand Corban's Late Push to Improve to 4-2

San Dimas, Calif. — Life Pacific Men's Basketbll held on for a dramatic 68–66 victory over Corban University Saturday night at Mehl Court, improving the Warriors' early-season record to 4-2 and extending the team's string of tight finishes.

The contest was a back-and-forth battle from the opening tip. Life Pacific carried a 35–26 lead into halftime and was able to stretch the lead to 15 late in the second half, but Corban rallied in the behind a barrage and trimmed the margin to one point as they had an opportunity to take the lead with a last second layup.

Key Performances for the Warriors

• Xerian Anderson led the Warriors with a game-high 19 points and 7 rebounds, delivering efficient scoring inside and on the glass. 

• Jayceon Smith finished with 16 points (including the game-clinching free throws) and contributed 4 assists, a number of hustle plays and defensive stops down the stretch. 

• Josh Hardeman provided a spark off the bench with 8 points, while Braxton Williams chipped in 7 points and a team-high 7 rebounds. 

Team notes & context

• Life Pacific shot 43.6% from the field (24-of-55) and went 7-of-26 from three. Corban shot 41.7% (25-of-60). 

• The Warriors recorded 14 assists and forced 13 turnovers by Corban, turning those extra possessions into 18 points off turnovers. Life Pacific also scored 14 second-chance points. 

• Rebounding was a close battle: Corban finished with 39 rebounds to LPU's 37.