STOCKTON, Calif. (AP) — Elias Ralph led the Pacific Tigers with 20 points in an impressive 83-56 season-opening victory over Life Pacific on Wednesday night. Ralph also contributed seven rebounds, helping set the tone for the team.
Teammate TJ Wainwright added 17 points on 7-of-12 shooting from the field, while Jaden Clayton finished with 13 points. For the Warriors, Braxton Williams scored 11 points and grabbed seven rebounds.
Pacific took control of the game with 13:08 remaining in the first half and never looked back. At halftime, the Tigers held a 41-29 lead, with Ralph already tallying 16 points.
The Tigers extended their advantage to 62-40 during the second half, sparked by a 9-0 scoring run. Wainwright led all scorers in the second half with 10 points, helping secure the decisive win.
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By The Associated Press.
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