Pacific University Athletics

Pacific put up 52 points in the second half to run away with an 84-60 victory over Evergreen State Saturday night.
 
But head coach Justin Lunt was most happy with the Boxers defense.
 
"It all started with our defense," Lunt said. "I thought we did a really good job of getting stops to set the tone in the second half. And then we did what we're capable of doing, which is knock down shots."
 
Tied 32-32 at halftime, Pacific opened the second half on a 14-0 run to take control of the game. The Boxers went 9-for-17 from the 3-point arc in the second half. 
 
Lucas Winkler had 24 points, seven rebounds, six assists and three steals to lead Pacific. The junior point guard was 9-for-13 from the field. 
 
 "Everything starts with Luke," Lunt said. "He rose to the occasion tonight. He was in go mode and that's an All-American stat line tonight. When he's aggressive, we're pretty good."
 
Drew Gumin was 5-for-6 from 3 and finished with 17 points, two rebounds and two assists. Jake Blazona added 15 points, seven rebounds and four assists. 
 
The Boxers out-rebounded Evergreen State 50-35 and had 19 assists to only nine by the Geoducks. 
 
"I think our guys had a mentality of bouncing back," Lunt said. "They knew last night (an 83-64 loss to Oglethorpe) was unacceptable and I'm very proud of their resiliency and togetherness. They came out poised tonight and did a great job."
 
Next, Pacific hosts Portland Bible on Friday, Nov. 17 at 8 p.m. in the Schumann Classic.  
 
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