Cal State Fullerton Tops Cal Poly Mustangs 93-78
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Mott Athletics Center
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Quick answers
Who won Cal State Fullerton Titans vs Cal Poly Mustangs?
Cal State Fullerton Titans beat Cal Poly Mustangs 93-78 at Mott Athletics Center on January 24, 2026.
Who was favored in Cal State Fullerton Titans vs Cal Poly Mustangs?
Cal State Fullerton Titans were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -125 (about 56% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive victory, the Cal State Fullerton Titans defeated the Cal Poly Mustangs 93-78 at Mott Athletics Center. This win marks another successful chapter in the Titans' recent encounters with the Mustangs, extending their head-to-head record to 3-0 over the past two seasons.
The Titans entered the game with a record of 10-12, showcasing a balanced performance with an average of 80.2 points scored and 82.6 points allowed over their last ten games. They were on a one-game winning streak, having recently triumphed over Long Beach State with a score of 71-61. In contrast, the Mustangs, with a record of 7-14, struggled significantly, winning only 2 of their last 10 games and averaging 77.1 points scored while allowing 86.7 points.
Home advantage has not favored the Mustangs, who have a home record of 2-4 in their last six games, while the Titans have performed better on the road with a 2-4 away record. The Titans' recent form has been more promising, with a record of 5-5 over their last ten games compared to the Mustangs' 2-8.
The Titans and Mustangs have met three times this season, with the Titans winning all encounters: 94-91 on December 5, 100-61 on March 7, and 98-83 on February 14. This trend continued in their latest matchup, as the Titans maintained their dominance.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any key players missing from either side, allowing both teams to field their best lineups for this crucial game.
The betting market, provided by DraftKings, had the Titans favored by 1.5 points, with a total set at 173.5. The odds reflect the competitive nature of the matchup, with the Titans holding a moneyline of -125 and the Mustangs at +105.
The game conditions were typical for a mid-season college basketball matchup, with both teams looking to capitalize on their strengths. The Titans' ability to score efficiently and their solid defensive plays were key factors in their victory.
Fans watching the game would have noted the Titans' effective free-throw shooting in the second half, highlighted by contributions from players like Hamad Mousa and Christian Williams, who helped seal the game with critical points from the charity stripe. The final minutes showcased the Titans' ability to maintain composure and extend their lead, ultimately finishing the game with a 15-point margin.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | CSUF -1.5 | 173.5 o -112 / u -108 | Cal State Fullerton Titans -125 · Cal Poly Mustangs +105 |
Leaders
- PointsCayden Ward20Cal Poly Mustangs
- AssistsHamad Mousa5Cal Poly Mustangs
- ReboundsHamad Mousa9Cal Poly Mustangs
- PointsChristian Williams26Cal State Fullerton Titans
- AssistsJoshua Ward7Cal State Fullerton Titans
- ReboundsJoshua Ward8Cal State Fullerton Titans
Recent form
Cal Poly Mustangs
Last 10: 2-8Streak L277.1 scored · 86.7 allowed per game2-4 at home
- L67-107at UC Santa Barbara GauchosJan 23
- L66-86vs Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsJan 16
- W84-78vs UC Davis AggiesJan 10
- L90-95at Cal State Northridge MatadorsJan 9
- L66-74at Long Beach State BeachJan 4
- W67-65vs UC San Diego TritonsJan 2
- L80-83vs Idaho VandalsDec 22
- L87-108at UCLA BruinsDec 20
- L80-83vs Montana State BobcatsDec 17
- L84-88vs UC Riverside HighlandersDec 7
Cal State Fullerton Titans
Last 10: 5-5Streak W180.2 scored · 82.6 allowed per game2-4 away
- W71-61vs Long Beach State BeachJan 23
- L72-81at UC Riverside HighlandersJan 18
- L69-74at UC Davis AggiesJan 16
- W86-79vs Cal State Northridge MatadorsJan 11
- W88-71at UC San Diego TritonsJan 9
- L64-86vs UC Irvine AnteatersJan 4
- W95-84vs UC Santa Barbara GauchosJan 2
- L63-110at SMU MustangsDec 28
- L89-94at Oklahoma State CowboysDec 21
- W105-86at Denver PioneersDec 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 Fullerton Titans | Cal Poly Mustangs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-64 | 27-62 |
| Field goal % | 47 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 12-32 | 13-37 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 35 |
| Free throws | 21-26 | 11-15 |
| Free throw % | 81 | 73 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 40 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 25 |
| Assists | 20 | 17 |
| Steals | 10 | 3 |
| Blocks | 4 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 19 |
| Team turnovers | 3 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 19 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 16 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 28 |
| Fouls | 16 | 24 |
| Largest lead | 18 | 4 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 89 | 8 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half63-51Cayden Ward makes 3-foot dunk (Ali Assran assists)
- 2nd Half65-51Landon Seaman makes layup
- 2nd Half65-52Ali Assran makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-53Cayden Ward makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-54Jackson Mosley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-55Jackson Mosley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-55Kendrick De Luna makes layup (Joshua Ward assists)
- 2nd Half68-55Kendrick De Luna makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half69-55Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-55Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-56Peter Bandelj makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-57Peter Bandelj makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-59Hamad Mousa makes layup
- 2nd Half72-59Kendrick De Luna makes layup (Joshua Ward assists)
- 2nd Half75-59Christian Williams makes 22-foot three point jumper (Bryce Cofield assists)
- 2nd Half75-61Hamad Mousa makes 10-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half77-61Joshua Ward makes layup
- 2nd Half77-63Cayden Ward makes 4-foot dunk (Jake Davis assists)
- 2nd Half78-63Joshua Ward makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-63Joshua Ward makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-65Hamad Mousa makes 11-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half80-65Jaden Henderson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half83-65Bailey Nunn makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jaden Henderson assists)
- 2nd Half83-67Jackson Mosley makes driving layup
- 2nd Half83-68Jackson Mosley makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half84-68Joshua Ward makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half85-68Joshua Ward makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half85-71Cayden Ward makes 29-foot three point jumper (Jake Davis assists)
- 2nd Half85-74Cayden Ward makes 31-foot three point jumper (Hamad Mousa assists)
- 2nd Half86-74Christian Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half87-74Christian Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half87-75Hamad Mousa makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half87-76Hamad Mousa makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half88-76Bryce Cofield makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half89-76Bryce Cofield makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half90-76Christian Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half91-76Christian Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half91-78Troy Plumtree makes layup (Cayden Ward assists)
- 2nd Half92-78Christian Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half93-78Christian Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Cal Poly Mustangs, below favours Cal State Fullerton Titans.
Venue
- Mott Athletics CenterSan Luis Obispo, CA
- Attendance2318
- OfficialsJimmy Casas, Randal Anders, Peter Larson
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