Cal State Fullerton Tops Cal State Bakersfield 88-80
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 9:30 PM ET · Icardo Center
Cal State Fullerton Titans 88, Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners 80, 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 Fullerton Titans vs Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners?
Cal State Fullerton Titans beat Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners 88-80 at Icardo Center on February 21, 2026.
Who was favored in Cal State Fullerton Titans vs Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners?
Cal State Fullerton Titans were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -245 (about 71% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Cal State Fullerton Titans defeated the Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners 88-80 at the Icardo Center. This victory marks a continuation of Fullerton's recent success, while Bakersfield remains in a challenging stretch. The Titans, with an overall record of 15-14, have shown improvement in their last ten games, recording a 6-4 mark and averaging 77.8 points per game while allowing 77.5. They are currently on a one-game winning streak. In contrast, the Roadrunners have struggled significantly, losing their last ten games and finishing the season with an 8-20 record. They averaged 69.5 points scored while allowing a staggering 86.3 points in that same stretch.
In their previous meetings this season, Cal State Fullerton had already bested Bakersfield 82-66 on February 8, 2026. Historically, the Titans have a slight edge in their head-to-head record, leading 2-1 over the last three encounters. The last time these teams met prior to this game, Bakersfield managed to secure a victory at home in February 2025, winning 91-54, but their recent form indicates a significant shift in competitiveness.
The Titans' away record stands at 2-4, while they have performed well at home, boasting a 4-0 record in their last four home games. Bakersfield, on the other hand, has struggled both at home and away, with a 0-5 record in their last five home games.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any players missing from either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this matchup. The market had priced the Titans as 5.5-point favorites according to DraftKings, with a total set at 160.5. The odds reflected Fullerton's recent form and their performance against the struggling Roadrunners.
The game conditions were conducive for scoring, and both teams showcased their offensive capabilities. The Titans' ability to execute down the stretch was evident, as they maintained a lead throughout the second half. Key moments included Kadar Waller's layup that extended Fullerton's lead to 84-74 and a series of free throws from Pierre Geneste Jr. that helped seal the game. CJ Hardy also contributed significantly with crucial layups that kept the Roadrunners at bay.
This matchup highlighted the Titans' offensive depth and resilience, while the Roadrunners continue to search for answers as they look to end their losing streak. The Titans will aim to build on this momentum, while Bakersfield must regroup and find ways to improve their defensive performance moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | CSUF -5.5 | 160.5 o -112 / u -108 | Cal State Fullerton Titans -245 · Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners +200 |
Leaders
- PointsDailin Smith21Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
- AssistsCJ Hardy3Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
- ReboundsTom Mark7Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
- PointsJoshua Ward21Cal State Fullerton Titans
- AssistsBailey Nunn6Cal State Fullerton Titans
- ReboundsJefferson De La Cruz Monegro6Cal State Fullerton Titans
Recent form
Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
Last 10: 0-10Streak L1069.5 scored · 86.3 allowed per game0-5 at home
- 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
- L75-81at Long Beach State BeachJan 11
Cal State Fullerton Titans
Last 10: 6-4Streak W177.8 scored · 77.5 allowed per game2-4 away
- W93-92vs UC Davis AggiesFeb 20
- L65-86at UC Irvine AnteatersFeb 15
- W86-82at Long Beach State BeachFeb 13
- W82-66vs Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersFeb 8
- W78-72vs UC Riverside HighlandersFeb 6
- L69-83at UC Santa Barbara GauchosFeb 1
- W93-78at Cal Poly MustangsJan 25
- W71-61vs Long Beach State BeachJan 23
- L72-81at UC Riverside HighlandersJan 18
- L69-74at UC Davis AggiesJan 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 Fullerton Titans | Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 29-58 | 27-64 |
| Field goal % | 50 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 16-33 | 7-25 |
| Three-point % | 48 | 28 |
| Free throws | 14-21 | 19-23 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 83 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 26 |
| Assists | 18 | 10 |
| Steals | 3 | 3 |
| Blocks | 3 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 18 | 19 |
| Points in the paint | 20 | 26 |
| Fouls | 20 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 13 | 15 |
| Lead changes | 8 | 8 |
| Time in front | 32 | 63 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half47-47Tom Mark makes layup (AJ George assists)
- 2nd Half47-49Dailin Smith makes layup
- 2nd Half47-50Dailin Smith makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half47-52CJ Hardy makes layup
- 2nd Half48-52Kendrick De Luna makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-52Kendrick De Luna makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-54Bentley Waller makes 14-foot jumper
- 2nd Half52-54KJ Garris makes 23-foot three point jumper (Joshua Ward assists)
- 2nd Half52-56Tom Mark makes 10-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half54-56Bryce Cofield makes layup
- 2nd Half54-59Dailin Smith makes 25-foot three point jumper (CJ Hardy assists)
- 2nd Half57-59Bailey Nunn makes 24-foot three point jumper (Bryce Cofield assists)
- 2nd Half57-61Bentley Waller makes 18-foot jumper
- 2nd Half60-61KJ Garris makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half62-61Bryce Cofield makes layup
- 2nd Half62-64Dailin Smith makes 23-foot three point jumper (Kadar Waller assists)
- 2nd Half65-64KJ Garris makes 22-foot three point jumper (Joshua Ward assists)
- 2nd Half67-64Joshua Ward makes layup
- 2nd Half68-64Bryce Cofield makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-64Kendrick De Luna makes layup (Bailey Nunn assists)
- 2nd Half72-64Joshua Ward makes layup
- 2nd Half72-65Dailin Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-67Tom Mark makes layup (CJ Hardy assists)
- 2nd Half75-67Bailey Nunn makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half77-67Kendrick De Luna makes 16-foot jumper (Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro assists)
- 2nd Half80-67Joshua Ward makes 26-foot three point jumper (Kendrick De Luna assists)
- 2nd Half80-69CJ Hardy makes layup
- 2nd Half80-70CJ Hardy makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half81-70Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half81-71Tom Mark makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half81-72Tom Mark makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half84-72KJ Garris makes 23-foot three point jumper (Bailey Nunn assists)
- 2nd Half84-74Kadar Waller makes layup
- 2nd Half84-75Pierre Geneste Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half84-76Pierre Geneste Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half86-76Kendrick De Luna makes 9-foot jumper (Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro assists)
- 2nd Half86-78CJ Hardy makes layup
- 2nd Half87-78Bailey Nunn makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half87-80CJ Hardy makes layup
- 2nd Half88-80Joshua Ward makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners, below favours Cal State Fullerton Titans.
Venue
- Icardo CenterBakersfield, CA
- Attendance482
- OfficialsChad Shepherd, Jeff Flowers, Hayden Hilty
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