Gauchos Dominate Roadrunners in High-Scoring Affair
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 9:00 PM ET · The Thunderdome
UC Santa Barbara Gauchos 109, Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners 84, 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 Santa Barbara Gauchos?
UC Santa Barbara Gauchos beat Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners 109-84 at The Thunderdome on December 6, 2025.
Who was favored in Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners vs UC Santa Barbara Gauchos?
UC Santa Barbara Gauchos were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -900 (about 90% implied). The favorite won.
The UC Santa Barbara Gauchos delivered a commanding performance against the Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners, winning decisively with a final score of 109 to 84. This matchup showcased the Gauchos' offensive prowess, as they maintained a strong home record of 8-2, while the Roadrunners fell to 4-6 on the season.
The Gauchos entered the game on a four-game winning streak, having scored an average of 77.8 points per game while allowing 71.9 over their last ten outings. Their recent form included a notable victory against Long Beach State, where they triumphed 84-77 just days before this matchup. In contrast, the Roadrunners struggled with their form, having lost their last game against Cal State Northridge 66-87. Over their last ten games, they averaged 71.0 points scored and 76.9 points allowed, illustrating their defensive vulnerabilities.
Playing at The Thunderdome, the Gauchos boasted a solid home record of 5-1, while the Roadrunners faced difficulties on the road, with a record of 1-6. Historically, this fixture has favored the Gauchos, who have now won all three meetings this season against the Roadrunners, including a close 71-66 win earlier in March.
In terms of injuries, no specific players were reported as unavailable for this game, allowing both teams to field their full rosters. The betting market reflected the Gauchos' dominance, with DraftKings setting the spread at -12.5 in favor of UCSB and a total of 145.5 points for the game. The home moneyline was listed at -900, while the away moneyline stood at 600, indicating a strong expectation for a Gauchos victory.
The game conditions were favorable for a high-scoring affair, and the Gauchos took full advantage. They established an early lead and maintained control throughout the match, with standout performances from key players. As the game progressed, the Gauchos continued to extend their lead, culminating in a final score that reflected their offensive efficiency.
Fans and viewers were treated to an exciting display of basketball, with the Gauchos showcasing their scoring ability and depth. The Roadrunners, while unable to keep pace, demonstrated moments of resilience but ultimately fell short against a formidable UCSB side. The Gauchos' victory not only solidifies their position in the league but also highlights their potential as a team to watch in the coming games.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UCSB -12.5 | 145.5 o -108 / u -112 | Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners +600 · UC Santa Barbara Gauchos -900 |
Leaders
- PointsAidan Mahaney30UC Santa Barbara Gauchos
- AssistsMarvin McGhee IV6UC Santa Barbara Gauchos
- ReboundsZion Sensley14UC Santa Barbara Gauchos
- PointsCJ Hardy23Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
- AssistsCJ Hardy5Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
- ReboundsCJ Hardy4Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
Recent form
UC Santa Barbara Gauchos
Last 10: 7-3Streak W477.8 scored · 71.9 allowed per game5-1 at home
- W84-77vs Long Beach State BeachDec 5
- W74-71vs Seattle U RedhawksNov 29
- W72-70at Lehigh Mountain HawksNov 28
- W84-49vs Nobel KnightsNov 25
- L64-77at Nevada Wolf PackNov 22
- L74-78vs Loyola Marymount LionsNov 18
- W92-87at Sacramento State HornetsNov 12
- W85-74vs San José State SpartansNov 8
- W98-67vs San Francisco State GatorsNov 5
- L51-69at UC San Diego TritonsMar 15
Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
Last 10: 4-6Streak L171 scored · 76.9 allowed per game1-6 away
- L66-87at Cal State Northridge MatadorsDec 5
- 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
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 Santa Barbara Gauchos |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-48 | 34-61 |
| Field goal % | 50 | 56 |
| Three-pointers | 10-19 | 14-29 |
| Three-point % | 53 | 48 |
| Free throws | 26-37 | 27-34 |
| Free throw % | 70 | 79 |
| Rebounds | 22 | 40 |
| Offensive rebounds | 5 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 17 | 25 |
| Assists | 12 | 25 |
| Steals | 8 | 8 |
| Blocks | 3 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 17 |
| Points in the paint | 22 | 38 |
| Fouls | 24 | 25 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 27 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 2 | 93 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half62-75Tom Mark made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by CJ Hardy.
- 2nd Half64-75CJ Hardy made Layup.
- 2nd Half64-77Colin Smith made Layup.
- 2nd Half64-78Colin Smith made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-78CJ Hardy made Layup.
- 2nd Half66-81Aidan Mahaney made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Colin Smith.
- 2nd Half66-84Colin Smith made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Evans Kipruto.
- 2nd Half67-84CJ Hardy made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-84CJ Hardy made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-87Aidan Mahaney made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-86Aidan Mahaney made Layup.
- 2nd Half69-87CJ Hardy made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-89Zion Sensley made Layup.
- 2nd Half69-91CJ Shaw made Layup.
- 2nd Half70-91AJ George made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-93Michael Simcoe made Dunk. Assisted by Marvin McGhee IV.
- 2nd Half70-94CJ Shaw made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-95CJ Shaw made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-96Marvin McGhee IV made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-97Marvin McGhee IV made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-97Mike Price made Jumper.
- 2nd Half72-98Michael Simcoe made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-99Michael Simcoe made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-99Ronald Jessamy made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-99Ronald Jessamy made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-99Jaden Alexander made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-99Jaden Alexander made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-101Zachiah Clark made Layup.
- 2nd Half76-102Luke Zuffelato made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half78-102Ronald Jessamy made Dunk. Assisted by Bentley Waller.
- 2nd Half78-105Michael Simcoe made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Isaac Shingange.
- 2nd Half79-105Jaden Alexander made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half80-105Jaden Alexander made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half80-106Marvin McGhee IV made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half80-107Marvin McGhee IV made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half82-107Jaden Alexander made Layup. Assisted by Kadar Waller.
- 2nd Half82-108Luke Zuffelato made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half82-109Isaac Shingange made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half83-109Jaden Alexander made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half84-109Jaden Alexander made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours UC Santa Barbara Gauchos, below favours Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners.
Venue
- The ThunderdomeSanta Barbara, CA
- Attendance1739
- OfficialsSean Hull, Gregory Nixon, Ben Cartmell
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