Cal Poly Mustangs Edge Cal State Fullerton Titans 94-91
Thursday, December 4, 2025, 10:00 PM ET · Titan Gym
Cal Poly Mustangs 94, Cal State Fullerton Titans 91, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Cal Poly Mustangs vs Cal State Fullerton Titans?
Cal Poly Mustangs beat Cal State Fullerton Titans 94-91 at Titan Gym on December 4, 2025.
Who was favored in Cal Poly Mustangs vs Cal State Fullerton Titans?
Cal State Fullerton Titans were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -115 (about 53% implied). The underdog won.
In a thrilling matchup at Titan Gym, the Cal Poly Mustangs triumphed over the Cal State Fullerton Titans with a final score of 94-91. This victory marks a significant moment for the Mustangs, who have now defeated the Titans in all three of their recent meetings, including two this season. The Titans had entered the game with a home record of 3-2, but their overall performance has been inconsistent, reflected in their 3-7 record over the last ten games. They recently secured a win against the Pepperdine Waves, scoring 83 points, but struggled defensively, allowing an average of 86.5 points over that span.
The Mustangs, on the other hand, improved their away record to 3-5 with this win, showcasing a recent uptick in form. They had been averaging 81.1 points per game while allowing 86.6, indicating a similar defensive vulnerability as the Titans. Their last game before this fixture was a victory against the Redlands Bulldogs, where they scored 87 points. This win against the Titans continues their momentum, as they are currently on a one-game winning streak.
Historically, the Titans have struggled against the Mustangs, having lost both meetings this season. In their last encounter on March 7, 2025, the Titans fell to the Mustangs with a score of 61-100. The Titans have not only faced difficulties against the Mustangs but have also experienced challenges at home, particularly against teams with strong offensive capabilities.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but both teams have shown resilience in their lineups. The betting market, according to DraftKings, had the Titans as slight favorites with a spread of -1.5 and a total set at 177.5. The moneyline was priced at -115 for the Titans and -105 for the Mustangs, indicating a closely contested matchup.
The game conditions were favorable for an exciting contest, with both teams displaying high-scoring capabilities. The Titans averaged 82.5 points at home, while the Mustangs had been scoring 81.1 points on average in their recent games. Fans were treated to a showcase of offensive talent, with both teams pushing the pace and looking to exploit defensive lapses.
As the game unfolded, key moments included a pivotal three-point jumper by Jaden Henderson, which brought the Mustangs ahead late in the second half. The Titans fought back, but free throws by Peter Bandelj and Jake Davis helped the Mustangs maintain their lead. The final moments saw the Titans attempt to close the gap, but they ultimately fell short, unable to secure a win at home.
Overall, this matchup highlighted the competitive nature of both teams within the NCAAB landscape, with the Mustangs proving their ability to win on the road against a familiar foe.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | CSUF -1.5 | 177.5 o -110 / u -110 | Cal Poly Mustangs -105 · Cal State Fullerton Titans -115 |
Leaders
- PointsJaden Henderson21Cal State Fullerton Titans
- AssistsJaden Henderson3Cal State Fullerton Titans
- ReboundsKJ Garris6Cal State Fullerton Titans
- PointsPeter Bandelj37Cal Poly Mustangs
- AssistsLuka Tarlac6Cal Poly Mustangs
- ReboundsHamad Mousa7Cal Poly Mustangs
Recent form
Cal State Fullerton Titans
Last 10: 3-7Streak W182.5 scored · 86.5 allowed per game3-2 at home
- W83-69vs Pepperdine WavesNov 29
- L93-97at Northern Colorado BearsNov 23
- W88-80vs St. Thomas TommiesNov 22
- L85-103at Portland PilotsNov 22
- L73-85vs Pacific TigersNov 15
- L65-93at California Golden BearsNov 11
- L82-92at Wyoming CowboysNov 8
- W136-82vs Caltech CALTECHNov 4
- L59-64vs UC Riverside HighlandersMar 9
- L61-100at Cal Poly MustangsMar 7
Cal Poly Mustangs
Last 10: 4-6Streak W181.1 scored · 86.6 allowed per game2-5 away
- W87-81vs Redlands BulldogsNov 30
- L68-84vs Southeast Missouri State RedhawksNov 26
- L87-93at Northern Arizona LumberjacksNov 25
- W92-85at Utah UtesNov 21
- L82-90at Montana GrizzliesNov 15
- L79-93at Colorado State RamsNov 13
- W73-71at Seattle U RedhawksNov 9
- W101-79vs Pacific Lutheran LutesNov 6
- L64-94at USC TrojansNov 4
- L78-96at UC Irvine AnteatersMar 15
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Cal Poly Mustangs | Cal State Fullerton Titans |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-55 | 31-66 |
| Field goal % | 49 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 18-37 | 9-23 |
| Three-point % | 49 | 39 |
| Free throws | 22-30 | 20-29 |
| Free throw % | 73 | 69 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 5 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 24 |
| Assists | 15 | 12 |
| Steals | 8 | 8 |
| Blocks | 3 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 22 | 17 |
| Team turnovers | 4 | 3 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 26 | 21 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 17 |
| Points in the paint | 18 | 42 |
| Fouls | 28 | 26 |
| Largest lead | 18 | 3 |
| Lead changes | 10 | 10 |
| Time in front | 85 | 6 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half62-53Joshua Ward made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-53Guzman Vasilic made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Hamad Mousa.
- 2nd Half65-55KJ Garris made Layup.
- 2nd Half65-56Joshua Ward made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-57KJ Garris made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-57Peter Bandelj made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Luka Tarlac.
- 2nd Half68-59Bryce Cofield made Layup.
- 2nd Half71-59Peter Bandelj made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half73-59Peter Bandelj made Layup.
- 2nd Half76-59Guzman Vasilic made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Luka Tarlac.
- 2nd Half76-60Kendrick De Luna made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-61Kendrick De Luna made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half79-61Hamad Mousa made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half79-63Jaden Henderson made Jumper.
- 2nd Half79-64Landon Seaman made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half79-65Landon Seaman made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half79-68Jaden Henderson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro.
- 2nd Half79-71Jaden Henderson made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half81-71Hamad Mousa made Layup.
- 2nd Half81-73Landon Seaman made Layup. Assisted by Jaden Henderson.
- 2nd Half81-76KJ Garris made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro.
- 2nd Half82-76Hamad Mousa made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half83-76Hamad Mousa made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half83-78KJ Garris made Layup.
- 2nd Half83-79KJ Garris made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half86-79Peter Bandelj made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half87-79Hamad Mousa made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half87-81Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro made Layup.
- 2nd Half87-82Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half87-85Jaden Henderson made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half88-85Peter Bandelj made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half89-85Peter Bandelj made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half89-88Jaden Henderson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Joshua Ward.
- 2nd Half90-88Peter Bandelj made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half91-88Peter Bandelj made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half91-90Bryce Cofield made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half92-90Jake Davis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half93-90Jake Davis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half93-91Joshua Ward made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half94-91Cayden Ward made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Cal State Fullerton Titans, below favours Cal Poly Mustangs.
Venue
- Titan GymFullerton, CA
- Attendance919
- OfficialsShawn Lehigh, Darron George, Kelly Pfeifer
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