Cal State Fullerton Tops Cal State Northridge 86-79
Saturday, January 10, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Titan Gym
Cal State Fullerton Titans 86, Cal State Northridge Matadors 79, 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 Northridge Matadors vs Cal State Fullerton Titans?
Cal State Fullerton Titans beat Cal State Northridge Matadors 86-79 at Titan Gym on January 10, 2026.
Who was favored in Cal State Northridge Matadors vs Cal State Fullerton Titans?
Cal State Fullerton Titans were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -120 (about 55% implied). The favorite won.
In an exciting matchup at Titan Gym, the Cal State Fullerton Titans secured a victory over the Cal State Northridge Matadors with a final score of 86-79. This win marks a significant moment for the Titans, who had previously struggled against the Matadors, losing their last two encounters. Their previous meetings included a 63-82 loss on February 7, 2025, and a 65-95 defeat at home on January 3, 2025.
Cal State Fullerton entered the game with a home record of 8-10, while Cal State Northridge boasted an away record of 10-8. The Titans had been showing signs of improvement in their recent form, posting a record of 5-5 over their last ten games, including a win against the UC San Diego Tritons just two days prior, where they scored 88 points. They averaged 85.3 points scored and 82.9 points allowed during this stretch. In contrast, the Matadors were riding a two-game winning streak, having won seven of their last ten games, with an average of 85.2 points scored and 77.7 points allowed.
The Titans' home performance has been a mixed bag, holding a 3-2 record at home in their last five games, while the Matadors struggled on the road with a 1-3 record in their last four away games. The odds from DraftKings favored the Titans slightly, with a spread of -1.5 and a total set at 173.5 points, indicating expectations for a competitive and high-scoring affair.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing from either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this crucial matchup. The conditions in Titan Gym were conducive to scoring, with both teams showcasing their offensive capabilities throughout the game.
Key moments in the second half included a series of scoring plays that highlighted the Titans' offensive prowess. Notably, Josiah Davis made a layup assisted by James Evans Jr. to push the Titans' lead to 81-71. The Matadors attempted to close the gap with a three-point jumper from Larry Hughes II, assisted by Evans Jr., but the Titans responded effectively, maintaining their lead. Joshua Ward contributed significantly, making crucial free throws that brought the score to 86-76 before the Matadors managed a late three-pointer from James Evans Jr. to finalize the score at 86-79.
Overall, the Titans' victory not only improved their record but also demonstrated their ability to perform under pressure against a team that had previously bested them. As the season progresses, both teams will look to build on their performances, with the Titans hoping to continue their winning momentum.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | CSUF -1.5 | 173.5 o -108 / u -112 | Cal State Northridge Matadors +100 · Cal State Fullerton Titans -120 |
Leaders
- PointsChristian Williams21Cal State Fullerton Titans
- AssistsChristian Williams4Cal State Fullerton Titans
- ReboundsBryce Cofield12Cal State Fullerton Titans
- PointsJoshua O'Garro28Cal State Northridge Matadors
- AssistsJoshua O'Garro6Cal State Northridge Matadors
- ReboundsJoshua O'Garro13Cal State Northridge Matadors
Recent form
Cal State Fullerton Titans
Last 10: 5-5Streak W185.3 scored · 82.9 allowed per game3-2 at home
- 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
- W116-66vs Bethesda FlamesDec 11
- L59-69at Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsDec 7
- L91-94vs Cal Poly MustangsDec 5
- W83-69vs Pepperdine WavesNov 29
Cal State Northridge Matadors
Last 10: 7-3Streak W285.2 scored · 77.7 allowed per game1-3 away
- W95-90vs Cal Poly MustangsJan 9
- W74-65vs UC Santa Barbara GauchosJan 3
- L80-89at UC Davis AggiesJan 1
- L80-88at Stanford CardinalDec 28
- W100-88vs Sacramento State HornetsDec 23
- W88-53vs La Sierra Golden EaglesDec 19
- W88-66at Delaware Blue HensDec 13
- W89-87vs Fresno State BulldogsDec 11
- L71-85at UC Irvine AnteatersDec 7
- W87-66vs Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersDec 5
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 Northridge Matadors | Cal State Fullerton Titans |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 32-69 | 28-60 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 9-27 | 11-27 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 41 |
| Free throws | 6-16 | 19-28 |
| Free throw % | 38 | 68 |
| Rebounds | 38 | 39 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 31 |
| Assists | 21 | 22 |
| Steals | 6 | 11 |
| Blocks | 5 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 25 |
| Points in the paint | 44 | 32 |
| Fouls | 20 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 14 | 15 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 65 | 32 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half49-44Josiah Davis makes layup
- 2nd Half49-45Kendrick De Luna makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-48Christian Williams makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro assists)
- 2nd Half49-49Landon Seaman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-50Bryce Cofield makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-51Bryce Cofield makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-51Larry Hughes II makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half51-51Larry Hughes II makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half51-52Landon Seaman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-53Landon Seaman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-56Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half51-59Christian Williams makes 28-foot three point jumper (Jaden Henderson assists)
- 2nd Half51-61Jaden Henderson makes layup (Christian Williams assists)
- 2nd Half54-61Larry Hughes II makes 25-foot three point jumper (Josiah Davis assists)
- 2nd Half54-62Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-63Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-66Jaden Henderson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Bailey Nunn assists)
- 2nd Half54-69Joshua Ward makes 24-foot three point jumper (Bryce Cofield assists)
- 2nd Half57-69Joshua O'Garro makes 23-foot three point jumper (James Evans Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half57-70Landon Seaman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-71Landon Seaman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-71Joshua O'Garro makes 5-foot hook shot (James Evans Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half61-71Josiah Davis makes 8-foot pullup jump shot (Mahmoud Fofana assists)
- 2nd Half61-73Bryce Cofield makes layup (Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro assists)
- 2nd Half61-75Landon Seaman makes layup (Bryce Cofield assists)
- 2nd Half63-75Mahmoud Fofana makes layup (Joshua O'Garro assists)
- 2nd Half65-75Mahmoud Fofana makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half68-75Larry Hughes II makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half68-77Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro makes layup
- 2nd Half68-80Christian Williams makes 25-foot three point jumper (Bryce Cofield assists)
- 2nd Half69-80Josiah Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-81Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-81Josiah Davis makes layup (James Evans Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half74-81Larry Hughes II makes 23-foot three point jumper (James Evans Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half74-82Joshua Ward makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-84Bryce Cofield makes 2-foot dunk (Joshua Ward assists)
- 2nd Half76-84Joshua O'Garro makes layup
- 2nd Half76-85Joshua Ward makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-86Joshua Ward makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-86James Evans Jr. makes 31-foot three point jumper
Win probability
Above the line favours Cal State Fullerton Titans, below favours Cal State Northridge Matadors.
Venue
- Titan GymFullerton, CA
- Attendance486
- OfficialsErvin Wilson, Ben Cartmell, Akin Moss
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