Hawai‘i closed its exhibition schedule with an 89-60 rout of crosstown rival Hawai‘i Pacific, pulling away with major runs in both halves. Jaden Matingou led five Rainbow Warriors in double figures with 19 points as Hawai‘i’s hot shooting carried it to the win.

By the Numbers
  • Hawai‘i won, 89-60.
  • Five Rainbow Warriors scored in double figures; Matingou led with 19 points.
  • Hawai‘i shot 60% from the field and 14-of-24 (58%) from 3-point range.
  • The Rainbow Warriors made 11-of-12 free throws.
State of Play
  • Hawai‘i Pacific scored 10 of the game’s first 15 points, but Hawai‘i took control with a 20-3 run.
  • After HPU closed within 11 early in the second half, Hawai‘i answered with 20 straight points.
  • Hawai‘i opens the regular season at home against Seattle on Nov. 2 at 7 p.m.
Bottom Line

Hawai‘i’s balanced scoring and 3-point accuracy powered a convincing final tune-up before the regular season begins.