California Baptist Dominates Abilene Christian 87-48
Thursday, March 5, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events Center
California Baptist Lancers 87, Abilene Christian Wildcats 48, 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 87-48 at Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events Center on March 5, 2026.
Who was favored in Abilene Christian Wildcats vs California Baptist Lancers?
California Baptist Lancers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -485 (about 83% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive victory, the California Baptist Lancers defeated the Abilene Christian Wildcats 87-48 at the Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events Center. This matchup showcased the stark contrast in the teams' recent performances, with California Baptist entering the game with a solid home record of 22-8, while Abilene Christian struggled with a 13-17 record. The Lancers' recent form included an impressive 8-2 record over their last ten games, with a current winning streak of two. In contrast, the Wildcats have been on a downward trend, losing their last two games and posting a 3-7 record in their last ten outings.
California Baptist's scoring average during their recent stretch was 70.3 points per game, while they allowed 65.4 points. Their last five games revealed an average of 68.8 points scored and 64.8 points allowed. They maintained a perfect home record of 6-0 in their last six games, further emphasizing their dominance in familiar surroundings. On the other hand, Abilene Christian averaged 70.1 points scored and 71.7 points allowed in their last ten games, with a particularly troubling away record of 0-5, which contributed to their struggles this season.
The Lancers and Wildcats had met previously this season, with California Baptist winning both encounters, including a narrow 65-63 victory on February 8, 2026. Historically, California Baptist has been successful against Abilene Christian, boasting a 4-0 record in their last four meetings, which included two wins in the current season and two in the previous season.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the impact of player availability can often be significant in such matchups. The betting lines from DraftKings indicated California Baptist as a 9.5-point favorite, with a total set at 136.5. The home team was given a moneyline of -485, while the Wildcats were at +370, reflecting the disparity in expectations for the game.
The conditions for the game were favorable for both teams, with no adverse weather or external factors reported that could have influenced performance. Viewers were treated to a display of offensive prowess from California Baptist, particularly in the second half, where they extended their lead significantly. Key scoring plays included contributions from various players, with Jordan Muller making crucial free throws and Monty Bowser executing a layup that pushed the score further out of reach.
As the game progressed, California Baptist's dominance became increasingly apparent, and they capitalized on their home-court advantage. The final score of 87-48 highlighted not only their scoring ability but also their defensive strength, as they limited Abilene Christian to just 48 points. This victory solidified California Baptist's position as a formidable contender in their league.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | CBU -9.5 | 136.5 o -108 / u -112 | Abilene Christian Wildcats +370 · California Baptist Lancers -485 |
Leaders
- PointsDominique Daniels Jr.22California Baptist Lancers
- AssistsDominique Daniels Jr.4California Baptist Lancers
- ReboundsThomas Ndong6California Baptist Lancers
- PointsBradyn Hubbard14Abilene Christian Wildcats
- AssistsTylan Lewis2Abilene Christian Wildcats
- ReboundsChristian Alston4Abilene Christian Wildcats
Recent form
California Baptist Lancers
Last 10: 8-2Streak W270.3 scored · 65.4 allowed per game6-0 at home
- W82-67vs Tarleton State TexansMar 1
- W68-56vs UT Arlington MavericksFeb 27
- L46-65at Utah Valley WolverinesFeb 20
- L65-70at Utah Tech TrailblazersFeb 15
- W83-66at Southern Utah ThunderbirdsFeb 13
- W65-63vs Abilene Christian WildcatsFeb 8
- W56-55vs Tarleton State TexansFeb 6
- W87-77at UT Arlington MavericksJan 31
- W78-71vs Utah Valley WolverinesJan 25
- W73-64vs Utah Tech TrailblazersJan 22
Abilene Christian Wildcats
Last 10: 3-7Streak L270.1 scored · 71.7 allowed per game0-5 away
- L67-74at Utah Valley WolverinesFeb 28
- L81-85at Utah Tech TrailblazersFeb 27
- W87-83vs Southern Utah ThunderbirdsFeb 21
- L62-65at Tarleton State TexansFeb 17
- W73-59vs Tarleton State TexansFeb 14
- W67-63vs UT Arlington MavericksFeb 13
- L63-65at California Baptist LancersFeb 8
- L55-68at Utah Valley WolverinesFeb 6
- L76-79vs Southern Utah ThunderbirdsJan 31
- L70-76vs Utah Tech TrailblazersJan 30
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 | 14-42 | 31-53 |
| Field goal % | 33 | 58 |
| Three-pointers | 4-15 | 7-15 |
| Three-point % | 27 | 47 |
| Free throws | 16-30 | 18-33 |
| Free throw % | 53 | 55 |
| Rebounds | 27 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 29 |
| Assists | 5 | 11 |
| Steals | 7 | 11 |
| Blocks | 1 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 21 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 29 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 14 | 44 |
| Fouls | 25 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 41 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 98 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half21-54Martel Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half23-54Bradyn Hubbard makes layup
- 2nd Half24-54Rich Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half24-56Dominique Daniels Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half24-58Thomas Ndong makes 6-foot dunk
- 2nd Half26-58Cbo Newton makes layup
- 2nd Half26-59Devon Malcolm makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half26-61Martel Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half27-61Cbo Newton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half27-64Monty Bowser makes 23-foot three point jumper (Miles Daniels assists)
- 2nd Half27-65Devon Malcolm makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half28-65Joseph Scott makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half31-65Bradyn Hubbard makes 26-foot three point jumper (Tylan Lewis assists)
- 2nd Half33-65Joseph Scott makes 2-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half33-68Miles Daniels makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half36-68Isaac Dye makes 26-foot three point jumper (Tylan Lewis assists)
- 2nd Half37-68Joseph Scott makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half37-69Martel Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half37-70Martel Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-72Martel Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half38-72Bradyn Hubbard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-72Bradyn Hubbard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-73Nate Garcia makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-74Monty Bowser makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-75Monty Bowser makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-77Miles Daniels makes 18-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half41-77Cbo Newton makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half41-78Thomas Ndong makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half42-78Christian Alston makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half42-79Jordan Muller makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half42-80Jordan Muller makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-80Isaac Dye makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-81Jordan Muller makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-82Jordan Muller makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-84Monty Bowser makes layup
- 2nd Half46-84Isaac Dye makes 22-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Carrillo assists)
- 2nd Half46-86Nate Garcia makes layup
- 2nd Half47-86Christian Alston makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-86Christian Alston makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-87Jalen Dollar makes free throw 2 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
- Attendance4681
- OfficialsGregory Nixon, Antinio Petty, De Selle Dean
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