Cal State Fullerton Triumphs Over Denver Pioneers
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 4:00 PM ET · Hamilton Gymnasium
Cal State Fullerton Titans 105, Denver Pioneers 86, 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 Denver Pioneers?
Cal State Fullerton Titans beat Denver Pioneers 105-86 at Hamilton Gymnasium on December 13, 2025.
Who was favored in Cal State Fullerton Titans vs Denver Pioneers?
Denver Pioneers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -185 (about 65% implied). The underdog won.
In a high-scoring encounter, the Cal State Fullerton Titans defeated the Denver Pioneers 105-86 at Hamilton Gymnasium on December 13, 2025. This victory marks a significant moment for the Titans, who improved their record to 6-7, while the Pioneers fell to 5-8. Both teams entered the game with identical records of 5-7, making this matchup particularly intriguing as they sought to gain momentum in the season.
The Titans showcased an impressive offensive performance, averaging 83.5 points over their last ten games, though they had struggled defensively, allowing an average of 84.8 points. Their recent form included a 116-66 win against the Bethesda Flames just two days prior, indicating a potential resurgence. In contrast, the Pioneers had also been scoring well, averaging 80.3 points in their last ten games, but they had allowed an average of 82.8 points, which had contributed to their mixed results.
At home, the Pioneers had a record of 3-1 in their last four games, while the Titans had struggled on the road, with an away record of 0-5 leading up to this game. The last meeting between these two teams took place on December 15, 2024, where the Titans emerged victorious with a score of 74-59, giving them a 1-0 advantage in their head-to-head record.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing for either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this matchup. The betting market, provided by DraftKings, had the Pioneers as 3.5-point favorites, with a total set at 165.5 points. The odds reflected a competitive matchup, but the Titans proved they could exceed expectations.
The game conditions were typical for a December evening, with a lively atmosphere in Hamilton Gymnasium. Fans witnessed a flurry of scoring, particularly in the second half, where the Titans pulled away decisively. Key moments included Joshua Ward's layup that pushed the Titans to 100 points, and a three-point jumper from Ward that capped the scoring at 105. The Titans' ability to capitalize on their scoring opportunities, combined with their resilience, ultimately led to their victory.
Viewers should have noted the Titans' effective offensive strategy, which allowed them to exploit defensive lapses from the Pioneers. The Titans' scoring plays, including multiple free throws and a critical dunk by Landon Seaman, highlighted their offensive prowess and ability to maintain pressure throughout the game. The Pioneers, despite their loss, displayed moments of strong play, particularly in the first half, but ultimately could not keep pace with the Titans' scoring in the latter stages of the game.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | DEN -3.5 | 165.5 o -110 / u -110 | Cal State Fullerton Titans +154 · Denver Pioneers -185 |
Leaders
- PointsJeremiah Burke23Denver Pioneers
- AssistsCarson Johnson4Denver Pioneers
- ReboundsJeremiah Burke6Denver Pioneers
- PointsJoshua Ward20Cal State Fullerton Titans
- AssistsJoshua Ward6Cal State Fullerton Titans
- ReboundsJoshua Ward6Cal State Fullerton Titans
Recent form
Denver Pioneers
Last 10: 5-5Streak W280.3 scored · 82.8 allowed per game3-1 at home
- W97-61vs Alaska Anchorage SeawolvesDec 12
- W95-59vs Colorado Christian CougarsDec 10
- L79-93at Idaho State BengalsDec 6
- W93-89vs Eastern Washington EaglesDec 4
- L59-101at Wyoming CowboysNov 27
- L73-103at Arizona WildcatsNov 25
- W83-81at Colorado State RamsNov 22
- L79-84vs UTSA RoadrunnersNov 15
- W75-73at Montana State BobcatsNov 9
- L70-84at Washington HuskiesNov 7
Cal State Fullerton Titans
Last 10: 3-7Streak W183.5 scored · 84.8 allowed per game0-5 away
- W116-66vs Bethesda FlamesDec 11
- L59-69at Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsDec 7
- L91-94vs Cal Poly MustangsDec 5
- W83-69vs Pepperdine WavesNov 29
- L93-97at Northern Colorado BearsNov 23
- W88-80vs St. Thomas TommiesNov 22
- L85-103at Portland PilotsNov 22
- L73-85vs Pacific TigersNov 15
- L65-93at California Golden BearsNov 11
- L82-92at Wyoming CowboysNov 8
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 |
| Gonzaga | 31-4 | - | 16-2 |
| Saint Mary's | 27-6 | - | 16-2 |
| Santa Clara | 26-9 | 1 | 15-3 |
| Oregon State | 17-16 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Seattle U | 21-14 | 8 | 8-10 |
| Pacific | 18-15 | 8 | 8-10 |
| San Francisco | 17-16 | 8 | 8-10 |
| Washington State | 12-20 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Loyola Marymount | 15-17 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Portland | 15-19 | 10 | 6-12 |
| San Diego | 12-21 | 11 | 5-13 |
| Pepperdine | 9-23 | 12 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Cal State Fullerton Titans | Denver Pioneers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 36-64 | 31-68 |
| Field goal % | 56 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 16-31 | 10-28 |
| Three-point % | 52 | 36 |
| Free throws | 17-23 | 14-22 |
| Free throw % | 74 | 64 |
| Rebounds | 38 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 22 |
| Assists | 21 | 13 |
| Steals | 9 | 3 |
| Blocks | 4 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 25 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 40 |
| Fouls | 22 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 31 | 3 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 96 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half67-46Joshua Ward made Layup. Assisted by Jaden Henderson.
- 2nd Half67-48Julius Rollins made Jumper.
- 2nd Half70-48Christian Williams made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Joshua Ward.
- 2nd Half70-50Shaun Wysocki made Layup.
- 2nd Half71-50Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-50Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-50Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro made Layup.
- 2nd Half74-52Shaun Wysocki made Layup. Assisted by Julius Rollins.
- 2nd Half74-54Gabe Oldham made Layup. Assisted by Carson Johnson.
- 2nd Half77-54Christian Williams made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro.
- 2nd Half77-56Jeremiah Burke made Dunk.
- 2nd Half80-56Joshua Ward made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half82-56Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro made Layup.
- 2nd Half85-56Davis White made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Joshua Ward.
- 2nd Half86-56Joshua Ward made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half87-56Joshua Ward made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half87-58Logan Kinsey made Dunk. Assisted by Julius Rollins.
- 2nd Half87-60Zane Nelson made Layup.
- 2nd Half88-60Bryce Cofield made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half89-60Bryce Cofield made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half89-63Zane Nelson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Carson Johnson.
- 2nd Half92-63Davis White made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Bryce Cofield.
- 2nd Half92-66Jeremiah Burke made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half94-66Landon Seaman made Layup. Assisted by Bryce Cofield.
- 2nd Half94-69Carson Johnson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Zane Nelson.
- 2nd Half96-69Bryce Cofield made Layup.
- 2nd Half96-71Carson Johnson made Layup.
- 2nd Half96-73Julius Rollins made Jumper.
- 2nd Half96-75Gabe Oldham made Layup.
- 2nd Half96-77Shaun Wysocki made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half98-77Jaden Henderson made Jumper.
- 2nd Half98-79Shaun Wysocki made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half100-79Joshua Ward made Layup.
- 2nd Half100-80Josh Lee made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half100-81Josh Lee made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half102-81Landon Seaman made Dunk.
- 2nd Half105-81Joshua Ward made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half105-83Josh Lee made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half105-84Shaun Wysocki made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half105-86Shaun Wysocki made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours Denver Pioneers, below favours Cal State Fullerton Titans.
Venue
- Hamilton GymnasiumDenver, CO
- Attendance861
- OfficialsCrystal Hogan, Todd Van Sossan, Michael Griffith
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