Long Beach State Tops Cal State Bakersfield 81-75
Saturday, January 10, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · LBS Financial Credit Union Pyramid
Long Beach State Beach 81, Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners 75, 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 Long Beach State Beach?
Long Beach State Beach beat Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners 81-75 at LBS Financial Credit Union Pyramid on January 10, 2026.
Who was favored in Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners vs Long Beach State Beach?
Long Beach State Beach were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -278 (about 74% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup, Long Beach State Beach emerged victorious against Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners with a final score of 81-75. This game, held at the LBS Financial Credit Union Pyramid, showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, with Long Beach State improving their record to 7-11, while Cal State Bakersfield fell to 8-11.
Long Beach State entered the game with a home record of 4-1 in their last five games, averaging 78.4 points scored and allowing 75.0 points. However, they were coming off a loss to UC Irvine Anteaters just two days prior, which snapped a brief winning streak. In their last ten games, Long Beach State had a record of 4-6, with their scoring average at 77.5 points and an average of 79.3 points allowed.
On the other side, Cal State Bakersfield had been performing well recently, winning their last two games. They had a record of 5-5 in their last ten games, averaging 74.3 points while allowing 77.2 points. Their recent form included a narrow victory over UC Riverside Highlanders, which added to their momentum heading into this matchup.
The teams had met twice in the previous season, with Cal State Bakersfield winning both encounters. In their last meeting on February 28, 2025, Long Beach State lost by just one point, 87-88, at home. This history added an extra layer of intensity to the game, as Long Beach State sought to break their losing streak against the Roadrunners.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any notable absences for either team, indicating that both squads were likely at full strength for this important conference clash.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, favored Long Beach State with a spread of -6.5 and a moneyline of -278. Meanwhile, Cal State Bakersfield was listed at +225 on the moneyline, reflecting the competitive nature of the game. The total points line was set at 142.5, suggesting expectations of a moderately high-scoring affair.
Conditions in the arena were typical for a basketball game, with a lively atmosphere as fans from both sides filled the stands. The game featured several key moments, particularly in the second half, where scoring plays highlighted the back-and-forth nature of the contest. Notable plays included free throws from Shaquil Bender and Leopold Levillain, as well as a crucial three-point jumper from Jaden Alexander, which kept the game tightly contested.
As the game progressed, Long Beach State maintained a slight edge, aided by their ability to convert free throws in the closing moments. Rob Diaz III made two critical free throws that solidified their lead at 81-75, sealing the victory for the Beach.
Overall, the game was a testament to the competitive spirit of both teams, with Long Beach State finally overcoming their previous struggles against Cal State Bakersfield. Fans can look forward to future matchups as both teams continue their seasons in the NCAAB.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LBSU -6.5 | 142.5 o -112 / u -108 | Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners +225 · Long Beach State Beach -278 |
Leaders
- PointsPetar Majstorovic23Long Beach State Beach
- AssistsRob Diaz III9Long Beach State Beach
- ReboundsLeopold Levillain14Long Beach State Beach
- PointsJaden Alexander29Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
- AssistsKadar Waller8Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
- ReboundsJaden Alexander7Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
Recent form
Long Beach State Beach
Last 10: 4-6Streak L177.5 scored · 79.3 allowed per game4-1 at home
- L64-74at UC Irvine AnteatersJan 9
- W74-66vs Cal Poly MustangsJan 4
- W113-66vs Lincoln (CA) OaklandersDec 31
- L60-91at Iowa State CyclonesDec 21
- W81-78vs Pepperdine WavesDec 19
- L83-89at San José State SpartansDec 10
- L74-80vs UC San Diego TritonsDec 7
- L77-84at UC Santa Barbara GauchosDec 5
- W76-72vs San Diego TorerosNov 30
- L73-93at Portland PilotsNov 27
Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
Last 10: 5-5Streak W274.3 scored · 77.2 allowed per game2-2 away
- W67-66vs UC Riverside HighlandersJan 9
- W81-79at UC Davis AggiesJan 3
- L77-81vs UC Irvine AnteatersJan 1
- W64-63vs Idaho VandalsDec 23
- W97-66vs Nobel KnightsDec 19
- L62-70vs Pepperdine WavesDec 14
- L69-80vs North Dakota State BisonDec 12
- L84-109at UC Santa Barbara GauchosDec 7
- L66-87at Cal State Northridge MatadorsDec 5
- W76-71at Fresno State BulldogsNov 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 | Long Beach State Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-60 | 26-53 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 6-18 | 7-17 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 41 |
| Free throws | 17-20 | 22-29 |
| Free throw % | 85 | 76 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 28 |
| Assists | 18 | 18 |
| Steals | 7 | 10 |
| Blocks | 3 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 16 |
| Fast-break points | 18 | 28 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 32 |
| Fouls | 20 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 8 | 16 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 23 | 71 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half42-55AJ George makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-55AJ George makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-55Ronald Jessamy makes driving layup (Kadar Waller assists)
- 2nd Half46-55Kadar Waller makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-55Kadar Waller makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-57Dallas Washington makes 16-foot pullup jump shot (Gavin Sykes assists)
- 2nd Half47-58Rob Diaz III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-59Rob Diaz III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-59Dailin Smith makes 26-foot three point jumper (Kadar Waller assists)
- 2nd Half52-59Kadar Waller makes driving layup
- 2nd Half52-60Leopold Levillain makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-61Leopold Levillain makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-61Jaden Alexander makes driving layup
- 2nd Half55-61Jaden Alexander makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half55-63Petar Majstorovic makes 5-foot hook shot (Rob Diaz III assists)
- 2nd Half57-63Jaden Alexander makes driving layup (Tom Mark assists)
- 2nd Half59-63Jaden Alexander makes 4-foot dunk (Kadar Waller assists)
- 2nd Half59-66Rob Diaz III makes 22-foot three point jumper (Petar Majstorovic assists)
- 2nd Half62-66Tom Mark makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jaden Alexander assists)
- 2nd Half62-67Petar Majstorovic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-68Petar Majstorovic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-70Leopold Levillain makes layup
- 2nd Half64-70Jaden Alexander makes driving layup
- 2nd Half64-72Leopold Levillain makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half65-72Ronald Jessamy makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-72Ronald Jessamy makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-73Leopold Levillain makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-73Jaden Alexander makes layup (Dailin Smith assists)
- 2nd Half68-74Gavin Sykes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-74Kadar Waller makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-74Kadar Waller makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-75Shaquil Bender makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-76Shaquil Bender makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-77Leopold Levillain makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-77AJ George makes layup (Kadar Waller assists)
- 2nd Half72-78Gavin Sykes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-79Gavin Sykes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-79Jaden Alexander makes 23-foot three point jumper (Kadar Waller assists)
- 2nd Half75-80Rob Diaz III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-81Rob Diaz III makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Long Beach State Beach, below favours Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners.
Venue
- LBS Financial Credit Union PyramidLong Beach, CA
- Attendance1188
- OfficialsDeron White, Roland Simmons, Ed Crenshaw Jr.
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