California Baptist Edges Abilene Christian in Close Contest
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events Center
California Baptist Lancers 65, Abilene Christian Wildcats 63, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Abilene Christian Wildcats vs California Baptist Lancers?
California Baptist Lancers beat Abilene Christian Wildcats 65-63 at Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events Center on February 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Abilene Christian Wildcats vs California Baptist Lancers?
California Baptist Lancers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -470 (about 82% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the California Baptist Lancers narrowly defeated the Abilene Christian Wildcats with a final score of 65-63 at the Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events Center. This victory continues California Baptist's dominance over Abilene Christian, marking their fourth consecutive win against them in head-to-head matchups, with previous victories this season including a 74-58 win on January 16, 2026, and an 83-60 win on January 31, 2025.
California Baptist entered the game with a strong home record of 18-6 and had been in excellent form, winning seven straight games leading up to this matchup. In their last ten games, they posted a record of 7-3, averaging 70.3 points scored per game while allowing 66.9 points. Their recent performances included a narrow 56-55 victory against Tarleton State on February 6, 2026, and a solid 87-77 win against UT Arlington on January 31, 2026. At home, they maintained an impressive record of 5-0 in their last five games, averaging 73.6 points scored and allowing only 65.0 points.
On the other hand, Abilene Christian struggled throughout the season, holding a record of 10-13 and coming into the game with a disappointing 2-7-1 record over their last ten outings. They were on a three-game losing streak, with their most recent game resulting in a 55-68 loss to Utah Valley on February 6, 2026. Abilene Christian averaged only 61.6 points scored per game while allowing 68.0 points during this stretch. Their away record was particularly concerning, having won just one of their last four games on the road.
The matchup was marked by a competitive atmosphere, as both teams fought hard for every possession. The scoring plays in the second half highlighted the intensity, with key contributions from players like Dominique Daniels Jr. and Jordan Muller for California Baptist, who helped maintain their slim lead in the closing moments. Notably, Daniels Jr. made crucial free throws that pushed the score to 65-62, while Muller's three-point jumper extended the lead to four points at a critical juncture.
The market had California Baptist favored by 8.5 points according to DraftKings, reflecting their strong form and home advantage. The total points line was set at 135.5, indicating expectations for a moderately high-scoring game. The Lancers were listed with a moneyline of -470, while Abilene Christian was at +360, further emphasizing the disparity in perceived strength between the two teams.
In terms of player availability, both teams had to navigate their respective injury situations, but specific details were not provided in the block. However, the performances on the court showcased the depth and resilience of California Baptist, particularly in a game that required them to dig deep to secure the win.
As the game unfolded, viewers were treated to a display of strategic basketball, with California Baptist leveraging their home court advantage and Abilene Christian attempting to rally back. The conditions in the arena were conducive to a competitive game, and the crowd played a significant role in energizing the Lancers as they fought to maintain their lead.
Overall, this matchup served as a testament to California Baptist's strong season and their ability to perform under pressure, while Abilene Christian continues to seek answers to improve their performance as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | CBU -8.5 | 135.5 o -112 / u -108 | Abilene Christian Wildcats +360 · California Baptist Lancers -470 |
Leaders
- PointsDominique Daniels Jr.21California Baptist Lancers
- AssistsDominique Daniels Jr.5California Baptist Lancers
- ReboundsThomas Ndong8California Baptist Lancers
- PointsBradyn Hubbard16Abilene Christian Wildcats
- AssistsRich Smith3Abilene Christian Wildcats
- ReboundsRich Smith9Abilene Christian Wildcats
Recent form
California Baptist Lancers
Last 10: 7-3Streak W770.3 scored · 66.9 allowed per game5-0 at home
- W56-55vs Tarleton State TexansFeb 6
- W87-77at UT Arlington MavericksJan 31
- W78-71vs Utah Valley WolverinesJan 25
- W73-64vs Utah Tech TrailblazersJan 22
- W74-58at Abilene Christian WildcatsJan 16
- W58-55vs Southern Utah ThunderbirdsJan 11
- W84-72vs Utah Tech TrailblazersJan 9
- L76-81at Tarleton State TexansJan 3
- L51-63at UT Arlington MavericksJan 1
- L66-73at Utah Valley WolverinesDec 30
Abilene Christian Wildcats
Last 10: 2-7-1Streak L361.6 scored · 68 allowed per game1-3 away
- L55-68at Utah Valley WolverinesFeb 6
- L76-79vs Southern Utah ThunderbirdsJan 31
- L70-76vs Utah Tech TrailblazersJan 30
- D0-0at Tarleton State TexansJan 27
- L52-74at Southern Utah ThunderbirdsJan 18
- L58-74vs California Baptist LancersJan 16
- L72-82at UT Arlington MavericksJan 10
- W84-80at Tarleton State TexansJan 9
- W85-68vs Utah Valley WolverinesJan 3
- L64-79vs Utah Tech TrailblazersJan 2
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utah Valley | 25-9 | - | 14-4 |
| California Baptist | 25-9 | 1 | 13-5 |
| Utah Tech | 19-15 | 2 | 11-7 |
| UT Arlington | 18-14 | 5 | 9-9 |
| Southern Utah | 10-22 | 7 | 6-12 |
| Tarleton State | 14-18 | 9 | 5-13 |
| Abilene Christian | 14-19 | 9 | 5-13 |
| UC Irvine | 23-12 | - | 15-5 |
| Hawai'i | 24-9 | 1 | 14-6 |
| UC San Diego | 23-11 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Cal State Northridge | 20-14 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Cal State Fullerton | 18-16 | 3 | 12-8 |
| UC Davis | 19-14 | 4 | 11-9 |
| UC Santa Barbara | 18-14 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Cal Poly | 14-19 | 5 | 10-10 |
| Long Beach State | 10-22 | 9 | 6-14 |
| UC Riverside | 10-22 | 10 | 5-15 |
| Cal State Bakersfield | 8-24 | 13 | 2-18 |
Box score
| Stat | Abilene Christian Wildcats | California Baptist Lancers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-59 | 17-50 |
| Field goal % | 36 | 34 |
| Three-pointers | 3-19 | 7-14 |
| Three-point % | 16 | 50 |
| Free throws | 18-26 | 24-34 |
| Free throw % | 69 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 42 | 41 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 29 |
| Assists | 7 | 8 |
| Steals | 5 | 3 |
| Blocks | 0 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 4 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 18 |
| Fouls | 28 | 23 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 9 |
| Lead changes | 8 | 8 |
| Time in front | 5 | 82 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half33-36Yaniel Rivera makes 26-foot three point jumper (Bradyn Hubbard assists)
- 2nd Half33-39Jayden Jackson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Dominique Daniels Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half34-39Christian Alston makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half35-39Christian Alston makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-39Christian Alston makes driving layup
- 2nd Half37-41Thomas Ndong makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half38-41Cbo Newton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-41Cbo Newton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-42Dominique Daniels Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-43Dominique Daniels Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half42-43Bradyn Hubbard makes 26-foot three point jumper (Rich Smith assists)
- 2nd Half42-44Dominique Daniels Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half42-45Dominique Daniels Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-45Rich Smith makes driving layup
- 2nd Half46-45Cbo Newton makes driving layup
- 2nd Half46-48Martel Williams makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jordan Muller assists)
- 2nd Half47-48Cbo Newton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-49Jayden Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-50Jayden Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-53Miles Daniels makes 23-foot three point jumper (Dominique Daniels Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half49-53Cbo Newton makes layup
- 2nd Half50-53Rich Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-53Rich Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-53Rich Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-53Rich Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-53Rich Smith makes 6-foot dunk
- 2nd Half55-54Martel Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-55Martel Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-55Christian Alston makes layup
- 2nd Half57-57Dominique Daniels Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-58Dominique Daniels Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half57-59Dominique Daniels Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-60Dominique Daniels Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-60Cade Hornecker makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half59-63Jordan Muller makes 23-foot three point jumper (Dominique Daniels Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half61-63Bradyn Hubbard makes 9-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half62-63Bradyn Hubbard makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half62-64Dominique Daniels Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-65Dominique Daniels Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-65Cbo Newton makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours California Baptist Lancers, below favours Abilene Christian Wildcats.
Venue
- Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events CenterRiverside, CA
- Attendance3079
- OfficialsShawn Lehigh, Peter Larson, Alexander Thompson
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