Cal Poly Dominates Cal State Bakersfield 108-76
Saturday, March 7, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Mott Athletics Center
Cal Poly Mustangs 108, Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners 76, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners vs Cal Poly Mustangs?
Cal Poly Mustangs beat Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners 108-76 at Mott Athletics Center on March 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners vs Cal Poly Mustangs?
Cal Poly Mustangs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -500 (about 83% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive victory, the Cal Poly Mustangs defeated the Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners 108-76 at Mott Athletics Center. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it marked the third consecutive win for Cal Poly over Bakersfield this season, extending their head-to-head record to 3-0. The Mustangs' offensive prowess was on full display, scoring a remarkable 108 points, while the Roadrunners struggled defensively, allowing 108 points for the game.
Cal Poly entered this game with a home record of 14-18 and a recent form of 6-4 over their last ten games, although they had lost their last two matches. The Mustangs averaged 85.7 points scored and 83.6 points allowed during this stretch, showcasing their ability to score but also their vulnerability on defense. Their last game before this victory was a heavy loss to UC Irvine, where they fell 85-107. However, prior to that, they had shown strong performances, including a win against Long Beach State, where they scored 102 points.
On the other hand, Cal State Bakersfield's season has been challenging, finishing with a record of 8-24. They entered this game on a ten-game losing streak, having not won since January 30, when they lost to Cal Poly 79-104. Over their last ten games, the Roadrunners averaged 74.1 points scored and 87.2 points allowed, indicating significant struggles both offensively and defensively. Their last match was a close loss against Cal State Northridge, where they lost 84-86.
At home, Cal Poly had a record of 3-1 in their last four games, while Bakersfield struggled with a 0-6 record in their last six away games. This home advantage was evident in their performance, as the Mustangs capitalized on their court familiarity.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details on player availability for either team, but the impact of injuries can often play a crucial role in a team's performance, especially in a high-scoring game like this.
The betting lines from DraftKings indicated that Cal Poly was favored with a spread of -8.5, reflecting the expectations of their performance against the struggling Roadrunners. The total for the game was set at 174.5, suggesting a high-scoring affair, which indeed materialized with both teams combining for 184 points.
The conditions during the game were not detailed in the block, but typically, indoor venues like Mott Athletics Center provide a controlled environment conducive to high-scoring basketball.
As the game progressed, Cal Poly maintained control, with a significant lead that allowed them to execute their game plan effectively. Key moments included scoring plays from players like TJ James Jr. and Troy Plumtree, who contributed to the scoring surge in the second half. The final minutes saw Cal Poly extending their lead, culminating in a final score of 108-76.
Overall, this game highlighted the stark contrast in form between the two teams, with Cal Poly showcasing their offensive capabilities while Bakersfield continued to struggle defensively. The Mustangs' victory not only solidified their dominance in this matchup but also provided a much-needed boost as they look to build momentum moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | CP -8.5 | 174.5 o -110 / u -110 | Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners +380 · Cal Poly Mustangs -500 |
Leaders
- PointsHamad Mousa23Cal Poly Mustangs
- AssistsPeter Bandelj8Cal Poly Mustangs
- ReboundsCayden Ward9Cal Poly Mustangs
- PointsDailin Smith24Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
- AssistsKadar Waller3Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
- ReboundsRonald Jessamy11Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
Recent form
Cal Poly Mustangs
Last 10: 6-4Streak L285.7 scored · 83.6 allowed per game3-1 at home
- L85-107at UC Irvine AnteatersMar 6
- L64-80at UC San Diego TritonsMar 1
- W102-92vs Long Beach State BeachFeb 27
- W86-75at Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsFeb 20
- W89-79vs UC Santa Barbara GauchosFeb 15
- W79-73vs UC Irvine AnteatersFeb 13
- L58-67at UC Davis AggiesFeb 7
- L96-97vs Cal State Northridge MatadorsFeb 6
- W94-87at UC Riverside HighlandersFeb 1
- W104-79at Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersJan 30
Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
Last 10: 0-10Streak L1074.1 scored · 87.2 allowed per game0-4 away
- L84-86vs Cal State Northridge MatadorsMar 6
- L87-88vs Long Beach State BeachMar 1
- L72-84at UC San Diego TritonsFeb 27
- L80-88vs Cal State Fullerton TitansFeb 22
- L65-93at UC Riverside HighlandersFeb 20
- L74-89vs Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsFeb 13
- L66-82at Cal State Fullerton TitansFeb 8
- L62-78at UC Irvine AnteatersFeb 6
- L72-80vs UC Davis AggiesJan 31
- L79-104vs Cal Poly MustangsJan 30
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 State Bakersfield Roadrunners | Cal Poly Mustangs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-67 | 38-79 |
| Field goal % | 42 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 7-23 | 13-36 |
| Three-point % | 30 | 36 |
| Free throws | 13-20 | 19-24 |
| Free throw % | 65 | 79 |
| Rebounds | 38 | 46 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 16 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 30 |
| Assists | 11 | 21 |
| Steals | 5 | 11 |
| Blocks | 7 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 18 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 29 |
| Fast-break points | 16 | 26 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 50 |
| Fouls | 18 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 5 | 42 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 10 | 83 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half42-68Austin Goode makes 27-foot three point jumper (Peter Bandelj assists)
- 2nd Half42-71Hamad Mousa makes 27-foot three point jumper (Cayden Ward assists)
- 2nd Half42-74Hamad Mousa makes 27-foot three point jumper (Peter Bandelj assists)
- 2nd Half44-74Dylan Purnell makes 2-foot dunk (Kadar Waller assists)
- 2nd Half46-74Ronald Jessamy makes layup
- 2nd Half46-77Cayden Ward makes 23-foot three point jumper (Peter Bandelj assists)
- 2nd Half46-79Hamad Mousa makes layup (Peter Bandelj assists)
- 2nd Half47-79Dailin Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-79Dailin Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-81Troy Plumtree makes layup
- 2nd Half50-81Dailin Smith makes 2-foot jumper
- 2nd Half52-81Dailin Smith makes layup (CJ Hardy assists)
- 2nd Half52-83Jackson Mosley makes layup
- 2nd Half52-85Cayden Ward makes 5-foot dunk (Jackson Mosley assists)
- 2nd Half52-86Ali Assran makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-86Dylan Purnell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-88Troy Plumtree makes layup (Ali Assran assists)
- 2nd Half53-90Jackson Mosley makes layup
- 2nd Half53-92Aaron Price Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half55-92Bentley Waller makes 18-foot jumper
- 2nd Half55-94Troy Plumtree makes 1-foot dunk (Jackson Mosley assists)
- 2nd Half55-97Jackson Mosley makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jake Davis assists)
- 2nd Half57-97Ronald Jessamy makes layup
- 2nd Half57-99Aaron Price Jr. makes 6-foot dunk (Jackson Mosley assists)
- 2nd Half59-99Bentley Waller makes 16-foot jumper
- 2nd Half61-99Dylan Purnell makes layup (Bentley Waller assists)
- 2nd Half63-99Dylan Purnell makes layup (Ronald Jessamy assists)
- 2nd Half66-99Bentley Waller makes 24-foot three point jumper (Dailin Smith assists)
- 2nd Half66-101Aaron Price Jr. makes 4-foot dunk
- 2nd Half68-101Ronald Jessamy makes 4-foot dunk (Dailin Smith assists)
- 2nd Half68-103Troy Plumtree makes layup (Jackson Mosley assists)
- 2nd Half71-103Dailin Smith makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half73-103TJ James Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half73-104Troy Plumtree makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-105Troy Plumtree makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-105Dailin Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-105Dailin Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-105Ronald Jessamy makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-106Troy Plumtree makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-108Jackson Mosley makes layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Cal Poly Mustangs, below favours Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners.
Venue
- Mott Athletics CenterSan Luis Obispo, CA
- Attendance2318
- OfficialsJimmy Casas, Frank Harvey, John Hampton
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