WCC Power Rankings: February 17th
By Josh Horton
Feb 5, 2014; Spokane, WA, USA; Portland Pilots guard Bobby Sharp (11) pas the ball against Gonzaga Bulldogs guard Kevin Pangos (4) during the second half at McCarthey Athletic Center. The Bulldogs beat Pilots 71-66. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports
5. Portland
On Feb. 4th: 6 (Up 1 spot)
Record: 15-11 (7-7)
RPI: 163
KenPom: 103
Place in Conf. Standings: 5
Last Week: W vs. LMU (71-64), W vs. Pepp. (74-62)
By David Thompson
Portland came through huge with two wins over LMU and then Pepperdine, both without leading scorer Kevin Bailey.
Portland is heading into the final four games in 5th place in the conference, and their focus should be on finishing in the top 6 so that they can avoid a Thursday game in the WCC Tournament. The next step in securing a top 6 finish is San Diego on Thursday. Hopefully Bailey can return, and Portland can avenge their 63-65 loss they suffered back in January.