PLNU Men's Basketball secured its third consecutive PacWest title and fourth in five seasons with a 60-57 victory over Academy of Art, earning the No. 1 seed in the upcoming conference tournament.

The Big Picture

This year's championship is particularly remarkable as Point Loma overcame significant challenges, including a new coaching staff, injuries to key players, and preseason underestimation.

By the Numbers
  • Point Loma's record: 20-8 overall, 15-5 in PacWest
  • Key players' contributions: Smith (17 points, 13 rebounds), Barnes (17 points, 8 rebounds), Paulsen (16 points)
State of Play
  • PLNU earns a share of the PacWest title, clinching the top seed in the conference tournament.
  • The team will have a first-round bye and face the winner of the Biola vs. Hawai'i Hilo matchup in the semifinals.
What's Next

Point Loma will play in the PacWest Tournament semifinals on Friday, March 8, at 2:45 p.m. in Golden Gym.

Bottom Line

Despite facing adversity and low expectations, PLNU's victory showcases the team's resilience and determination in securing another PacWest title, setting the stage for a competitive showing in the upcoming tournament.