NCAAB · Final

Cal State Northridge Dominates Cal State Bakersfield 87-66

Thursday, December 4, 2025, 10:00 PM ET · Premier America Credit Union Arena

Cal State Northridge Matadors 87, Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners 66, 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 State Northridge Matadors?

Cal State Northridge Matadors beat Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners 87-66 at Premier America Credit Union Arena on December 4, 2025.

Who was favored in Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners vs Cal State Northridge Matadors?

Cal State Northridge Matadors were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -238 (about 70% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive matchup, the Cal State Northridge Matadors triumphed over the Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners with a final score of 87-66. This victory marks a significant moment for the Matadors, who improved their record to 5-4, while the Roadrunners fell to 4-6. The game took place at the Premier America Credit Union Arena, where the Matadors showcased their offensive prowess, particularly in the second half.

The Matadors entered the game with a recent record of 4-6 over their last ten games, having lost their previous two outings. Their scoring average stood at 75.8 points per game, but they had been struggling defensively, allowing an average of 80.9 points. In contrast, the Roadrunners had a record of 5-5 in their last ten games, coming off a win against the Fresno State Bulldogs. They averaged 72.0 points scored per game, with a defensive average of 74.6 points allowed.

At home, the Matadors had a record of 3-2, while the Roadrunners struggled on the road with a 1-5 record. This home advantage was evident as the Matadors controlled the game from the outset, leading to a comfortable win. In their previous meetings this season, the teams had split their matchups, with the Matadors winning 88-62 at home on February 2 and losing 90-94 away on January 12.

Injury reports indicated that both teams were relatively healthy, which contributed to a competitive atmosphere. The market had priced the Matadors as 5.5-point favorites according to DraftKings, with a total set at 155.5 points. The odds reflected a strong belief in the Matadors' ability to perform at home.

The game conditions were optimal for basketball, with no adverse weather affecting play. Fans witnessed a high-energy contest, particularly in the second half, where the Matadors pulled away decisively. Key moments included a series of scoring plays that highlighted their offensive capabilities, such as Larry Hughes II making a three-point jumper and Josiah Davis contributing with a dunk.

Overall, this matchup served as a crucial turning point for the Matadors, demonstrating their potential as they move forward in the season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	CSUN -5.5	155.5 o -115 / u -105	Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners +195 · Cal State Northridge Matadors -238

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Leaders

PointsLarry Hughes II27Cal State Northridge Matadors
AssistsJosiah Davis8Cal State Northridge Matadors
ReboundsJoshua O'Garro9Cal State Northridge Matadors
PointsDailin Smith18Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
AssistsRonald Jessamy2Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
ReboundsAJ George9Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners

Recent form

Cal State Northridge Matadors

Last 10: 4-6Streak L275.8 scored · 80.9 allowed per game3-2 at home

L50-82at Idaho State BengalsNov 28
L64-78vs Idaho VandalsNov 27
W94-85vs Troy TrojansNov 17
L68-90at North Dakota State BisonNov 12
W93-85at North Dakota Fighting HawksNov 9
L57-86at Northern Iowa PanthersNov 7
W99-58vs Nobel KnightsNov 4
L72-78vs UC Santa Barbara GauchosMar 14
W82-73vs Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsMar 9
L79-94at UC Riverside HighlandersMar 7

Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners

Last 10: 5-5Streak W172 scored · 74.6 allowed per game1-5 away

W76-71at Fresno State BulldogsNov 30
L59-89at Florida State SeminolesNov 26
W86-70vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsNov 22
L80-93at Portland State VikingsNov 18
L60-82at Ole Miss RebelsNov 15
W74-58vs Western Illinois LeathernecksNov 12
W83-61vs Whittier PoetsNov 6
L60-87at California Golden BearsNov 4
L66-71at UC Santa Barbara GauchosMar 13
W76-64vs Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsMar 7

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 State Northridge Matadors
Field goals	21-60	34-64
Field goal %	35	53
Three-pointers	5-20	6-21
Three-point %	25	29
Free throws	19-24	13-25
Free throw %	79	52
Rebounds	37	40
Offensive rebounds	15	15
Defensive rebounds	22	25
Assists	8	23
Steals	5	9
Blocks	6	3
Turnovers	18	13
Team turnovers	1	1
Technical fouls	1	1
Technical fouls, total	1	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	11	33
Fast-break points	9	15
Points in the paint	26	52
Fouls	18	19
Largest lead	6	22
Lead changes	4	4
Time in front	17	73

How the scoring went

2nd Half40-49Ronald Jessamy made Free Throw.
2nd Half41-49Ronald Jessamy made Free Throw.
2nd Half43-49AJ George made Layup.
2nd Half45-49Dailin Smith made Jumper.
2nd Half45-51Josiah Davis made Layup. Assisted by Larry Hughes II.
2nd Half45-52Larry Hughes II made Free Throw.
2nd Half45-53Grady Lewis made Free Throw.
2nd Half45-55Grady Lewis made Layup. Assisted by Josiah Davis.
2nd Half48-55CJ Hardy made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dailin Smith.
2nd Half50-55CJ Hardy made Layup.
2nd Half50-57Mahmoud Fofana made Layup. Assisted by Josiah Davis.
2nd Half50-58Larry Hughes II made Free Throw.
2nd Half50-59Larry Hughes II made Free Throw.
2nd Half50-61Davius Loury made Layup. Assisted by Joshua O'Garro.
2nd Half51-61Dailin Smith made Free Throw.
2nd Half51-64Larry Hughes II made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Josiah Davis.
2nd Half52-64Dailin Smith made Free Throw.
2nd Half53-64Dailin Smith made Free Throw.
2nd Half53-66Josiah Davis made Layup. Assisted by Grady Lewis.
2nd Half53-68Joshua O'Garro made Layup.
2nd Half53-70Mahmoud Fofana made Dunk. Assisted by Josiah Davis.
2nd Half54-70Dailin Smith made Free Throw.
2nd Half55-70Dailin Smith made Free Throw.
2nd Half57-70Kadar Waller made Layup.
2nd Half57-71Larry Hughes II made Free Throw.
2nd Half57-72Josiah Davis made Free Throw.
2nd Half57-73Josiah Davis made Free Throw.
2nd Half57-75Larry Hughes II made Dunk.
2nd Half58-75Ronald Jessamy made Free Throw.
2nd Half58-76Joshua O'Garro made Free Throw.
2nd Half60-76Dylan Purnell made Layup.
2nd Half60-78Josiah Davis made Layup.
2nd Half60-81Larry Hughes II made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Josiah Davis.
2nd Half61-81Kadar Waller made Free Throw.
2nd Half62-81Ronald Jessamy made Free Throw.
2nd Half63-81Ronald Jessamy made Free Throw.
2nd Half63-83Joshua O'Garro made Layup. Assisted by Jordan Brinson.
2nd Half63-85Joshua O'Garro made Layup. Assisted by Mahmoud Fofana.
2nd Half66-85Mike Price made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by CJ Hardy.
2nd Half66-87Josiah Davis made Dunk. Assisted by Larry Hughes II.

Win probability

Above the line favours Cal State Northridge Matadors, below favours Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners.