UC San Diego Tritons Defeat Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
Thursday, February 26, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · LionTree Arena
UC San Diego Tritons 84, Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners 72, 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 Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners vs UC San Diego Tritons?
UC San Diego Tritons beat Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners 84-72 at LionTree Arena on February 26, 2026.
Who was favored in Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners vs UC San Diego Tritons?
UC San Diego Tritons were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1450 (about 94% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the UC San Diego Tritons secured an 84-72 victory over the Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners at LionTree Arena. This win extends the Tritons' dominance over the Roadrunners, marking their fourth consecutive victory in head-to-head matchups. The Tritons have now triumphed in all three meetings this season, showcasing a strong performance with scores of 83-62, 73-54, and 81-60 in previous encounters.
The Tritons entered the game with a solid home record of 20-9 and were riding a three-game winning streak, having averaged 71.0 points and allowed 66.4 points in their last five games. Their recent form included victories against UC Irvine, UC Riverside, and UC Davis, with their most recent win being a close 71-69 match against UC Irvine. In contrast, the Roadrunners struggled significantly, holding an 8-21 record and extending their losing streak to ten games. They had not won a game in their last ten outings, averaging 69.4 points while allowing a staggering 86.0 points per game during this stretch.
The game was characterized by the Tritons' offensive efficiency, as they maintained control throughout the match. The Roadrunners, despite their struggles, managed to keep the game competitive, particularly in the second half. However, the Tritons' consistent scoring and defensive efforts proved too much for them. The scoring plays in the second half included free throws from Hudson Mayes and Dailin Smith, contributing to UC San Diego's lead.
The Tritons' home performance has been particularly strong, with a home record of 3-2 in their last five games, while the Roadrunners have struggled away from home, recording an 0-4 mark in their last five games. The odds from DraftKings reflected this disparity, with UC San Diego favored at -14.5, while the total for the game was set at 148.5. The moneyline indicated a significant difference in confidence, with UC San Diego at -1450 and Cal State Bakersfield at 850.
In terms of player performances, the Tritons were led by key contributions from their roster, though specific individual statistics were not detailed in the block. The Roadrunners, on the other hand, faced challenges with their lineup, particularly given their recent form and injuries that may have affected their performance. The conditions at LionTree Arena were conducive to a high-scoring game, and the Tritons capitalized on their home-court advantage.
Overall, the Tritons' victory not only solidifies their position as a formidable opponent in the league but also highlights the ongoing struggles of the Roadrunners, who will need to regroup and reassess as they look to break their losing streak in upcoming games.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UCSD -14.5 | 148.5 o -108 / u -112 | Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners +850 · UC San Diego Tritons -1450 |
Leaders
- PointsHudson Mayes21UC San Diego Tritons
- AssistsLeo Beath4UC San Diego Tritons
- ReboundsTom Beattie10UC San Diego Tritons
- PointsRonald Jessamy40Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
- AssistsKadar Waller4Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
- ReboundsRonald Jessamy9Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
Recent form
UC San Diego Tritons
Last 10: 6-4Streak W368.9 scored · 67.2 allowed per game3-2 at home
- W71-69at UC Irvine AnteatersFeb 22
- W72-66vs UC Riverside HighlandersFeb 15
- W68-51vs UC Davis AggiesFeb 13
- L67-72at Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsFeb 8
- W77-74vs Long Beach State BeachFeb 6
- L64-81at Cal State Northridge MatadorsFeb 1
- L48-62vs UC Santa Barbara GauchosJan 30
- L59-61vs UC Irvine AnteatersJan 25
- W80-74at UC Davis AggiesJan 23
- W83-62at Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersJan 17
Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
Last 10: 0-10Streak L1070 scored · 87 allowed per game0-4 away
- 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
- L71-98at Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsJan 23
- L62-83vs UC San Diego TritonsJan 17
- L69-75vs UC Santa Barbara GauchosJan 16
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 | UC San Diego Tritons |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-49 | 26-52 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 50 |
| Three-pointers | 3-21 | 8-22 |
| Three-point % | 14 | 36 |
| Free throws | 25-32 | 24-35 |
| Free throw % | 78 | 69 |
| Rebounds | 26 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 4 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 26 |
| Assists | 11 | 15 |
| Steals | 8 | 9 |
| Blocks | 1 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 32 |
| Fouls | 20 | 25 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 21 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 1 | 97 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half42-56AJ George makes layup (Ronald Jessamy assists)
- 2nd Half45-56Dailin Smith makes 30-foot three point jumper (Ronald Jessamy assists)
- 2nd Half46-56Ronald Jessamy makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-56Ronald Jessamy makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-58Bol Dengdit makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half49-58Ronald Jessamy makes 12-foot pullup jump shot (Dailin Smith assists)
- 2nd Half49-61Alex Chaikin makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tom Beattie assists)
- 2nd Half49-63Hudson Mayes makes layup
- 2nd Half49-65Emanuel Prospere II makes layup
- 2nd Half50-65Dailin Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-65Dailin Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-66Hudson Mayes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-67Hudson Mayes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-67Ronald Jessamy makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-67Ronald Jessamy makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-69Hudson Mayes makes 11-foot pullup jump shot (Aidan Burke assists)
- 2nd Half55-69Ronald Jessamy makes layup
- 2nd Half56-69Ronald Jessamy makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half58-69Ronald Jessamy makes 11-foot jumper
- 2nd Half58-71Jaden Vance makes layup
- 2nd Half58-73Bol Dengdit makes layup (Tom Beattie assists)
- 2nd Half61-73Dailin Smith makes 24-foot three point jumper (AJ George assists)
- 2nd Half63-73Kadar Waller makes layup
- 2nd Half64-73Kadar Waller makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half64-74Bol Dengdit makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-75Bol Dengdit makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-75Dailin Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-75Ronald Jessamy makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-76Bol Dengdit makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-77Bol Dengdit makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-79Tom Beattie makes driving layup
- 2nd Half67-79Kadar Waller makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-79Kadar Waller makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-81Tom Beattie makes layup (Leo Beath assists)
- 2nd Half69-81Dailin Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-81Dailin Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-82Hudson Mayes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-83Hudson Mayes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-84Hudson Mayes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-84Ronald Jessamy makes layup (Kadar Waller assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours UC San Diego Tritons, below favours Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners.
Venue
- LionTree ArenaSan Diego, CA
- Attendance1694
- OfficialsMichael Irving, Jeff Malham, Bill Vinovich
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