NCAAB · Final

Cal State Northridge Defeats North Dakota in Close Contest

Sunday, November 9, 2025, 2:00 PM ET · Betty Engelstad Sioux Center

Cal State Northridge Matadors 93, North Dakota Fighting Hawks 85, 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 North Dakota Fighting Hawks?

Cal State Northridge Matadors beat North Dakota Fighting Hawks 93-85 at Betty Engelstad Sioux Center on November 9, 2025.

In a thrilling matchup at the Betty Engelstad Sioux Center, the Cal State Northridge Matadors edged out the North Dakota Fighting Hawks with a final score of 93-85. This game showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, with the Matadors improving their record to 3-1, while the Fighting Hawks fell to 0-4 on the season.

The Fighting Hawks entered the game struggling, having lost their last three contests. Their recent form has seen them record a 3-7 record over their last ten games, with an average of 73.6 points scored per game and 79.9 points allowed. In their last five games, they have managed to score an average of 73.0 points while allowing 82.2 points, indicating defensive challenges that have plagued them throughout the early part of the season.

On the other hand, the Matadors came into the game with a better recent record, standing at 6-4 over their last ten games, averaging 80.1 points scored and 76.2 points allowed. However, they were also looking to bounce back after a loss to the Northern Iowa Panthers just two days prior, which snapped a brief winning streak. Their last five games have been more balanced, with an average of 77.8 points scored and allowed, suggesting a more competitive edge in their recent performances.

In terms of home and away performance, the Fighting Hawks have struggled at home with a record of 0-3 this season, while the Matadors have shown more resilience on the road, boasting a 2-2 away record. This fixture highlighted the disparity in their current forms, as the Fighting Hawks sought to turn their home court into a fortress despite their recent struggles.

Historically, the two teams have met previously, but this matchup was particularly significant as it marked an opportunity for North Dakota to secure their first win of the season against a team that had shown some vulnerabilities. The Matadors capitalized on the Fighting Hawks' defensive lapses, particularly in the second half, where they maintained their composure and executed crucial plays down the stretch.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide any specific details regarding player absences, but both teams were expected to field their best lineups, which contributed to the competitive nature of the game.

The betting market reflected the Matadors as the favorites, with odds provided by an unnamed source indicating their stronger performance leading into the game. This expectation was backed by their recent results and overall team statistics.

The conditions for the game were typical for an indoor basketball matchup, with no adverse weather factors affecting play. Fans were treated to a high-scoring affair, and the atmosphere in the arena was electric as both teams fought for every point.

As the game unfolded, viewers witnessed several key moments that defined the outcome. The Matadors' Josiah Davis was instrumental in the second half, making critical free throws and layups that helped maintain their lead. His performance, along with contributions from Anthony Smith III and Jai Chisolm, proved vital in securing the victory.

The Fighting Hawks fought valiantly, with notable performances from their players, but ultimately fell short in their efforts to close the gap in the final moments of the game. The final score of 93-85 reflected a hard-fought battle, but it also underscored the challenges North Dakota faces as they seek to find their footing in the season ahead.

Leaders

PointsGreyson Uelmen24North Dakota Fighting Hawks
AssistsAnthony Smith III6North Dakota Fighting Hawks
ReboundsJosh Jones5North Dakota Fighting Hawks
PointsJosiah Davis25Cal State Northridge Matadors
AssistsJosiah Davis6Cal State Northridge Matadors
ReboundsJoshua O'Garro14Cal State Northridge Matadors

Recent form

North Dakota Fighting Hawks

Last 10: 3-7Streak L373.6 scored · 79.9 allowed per game2-2 at home

L70-74vs UC Riverside HighlandersNov 7
L62-91at Alabama Crimson TideNov 4
L69-85at St. Thomas TommiesMar 9
W85-69at South Dakota State JackrabbitsMar 8
L79-92at South Dakota CoyotesMar 1
L71-86at St. Thomas TommiesFeb 28
W79-77vs North Dakota State BisonFeb 22
W88-77vs Oral Roberts Golden EaglesFeb 15
L64-68vs Denver PioneersFeb 14
L69-80at Kansas City RoosFeb 8

Cal State Northridge Matadors

Last 10: 6-4Streak L180.1 scored · 76.2 allowed per game2-2 away

L57-86at Northern Iowa PanthersNov 7
W99-58vs Nobel KnightsNov 4
L72-78vs UC Santa Barbara GauchosMar 14
W82-73vs Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsMar 9
L79-94at UC Riverside HighlandersMar 7
W103-77vs UC Santa Barbara GauchosMar 2
L71-77vs UC San Diego TritonsFeb 28
W65-62at UC Davis AggiesFeb 22
W84-72at UC Irvine AnteatersFeb 21
W89-85vs Cal Poly MustangsFeb 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
North Dakota State	27-8	-	14-2
St. Thomas	24-10	2	12-4
North Dakota	18-17	4	10-6
South Dakota	16-16	6	8-8
Omaha	16-17	6	8-8
Denver	15-17	7	8-8
South Dakota State	14-18	7	7-9
Oral Roberts	10-23	10	4-12
Kansas City	4-27	13	1-15

Box score

Stat	Cal State Northridge Matadors	North Dakota Fighting Hawks
Field goals	33-60	31-65
Field goal %	55	48
Three-pointers	8-18	8-29
Three-point %	44	28
Free throws	19-31	15-23
Free throw %	61	65
Rebounds	44	28
Offensive rebounds	14	9
Defensive rebounds	30	19
Assists	21	15
Steals	4	11
Blocks	1	3
Turnovers	16	8
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	1	1
Technical fouls, total	1	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	16	23
Fast-break points	10	12
Points in the paint	48	40
Fouls	20	24
Largest lead	15	6

How the scoring went

2nd Half63-51Josiah Davis made Free Throw.
2nd Half65-51Mahmoud Fofana made Layup. Assisted by Josiah Davis.
2nd Half65-54Greyson Uelmen made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Micah Curtis.
2nd Half65-55Micah Curtis made Free Throw.
2nd Half67-55Grady Lewis made Layup. Assisted by Josiah Davis.
2nd Half67-57Eli King made Layup.
2nd Half67-59Anthony Smith III made Layup.
2nd Half68-59Jordan Brinson made Free Throw.
2nd Half68-62Greyson Uelmen made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Anthony Smith III.
2nd Half69-62Josiah Davis made Free Throw.
2nd Half70-62Josiah Davis made Free Throw.
2nd Half70-63Eli King made Free Throw.
2nd Half70-65Anthony Smith III made Layup.
2nd Half70-68Garrett Anderson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Eli King.
2nd Half71-68Mahmoud Fofana made Free Throw.
2nd Half71-70Eli King made Layup. Assisted by Greyson Uelmen.
2nd Half73-70Joshua O'Garro made Layup.
2nd Half73-72Garrett Anderson made Jumper.
2nd Half76-72Larry Hughes II made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Mahmoud Fofana.
2nd Half76-73Greyson Uelmen made Free Throw.
2nd Half78-73Josiah Davis made Layup. Assisted by Grady Lewis.
2nd Half78-74Greyson Uelmen made Free Throw.
2nd Half78-75Greyson Uelmen made Free Throw.
2nd Half79-75Larry Hughes II made Free Throw.
2nd Half80-75Larry Hughes II made Free Throw.
2nd Half80-77George Natsvishvili made Layup.
2nd Half80-79Anthony Smith III made Layup.
2nd Half81-79Josiah Davis made Free Throw.
2nd Half82-79Josiah Davis made Free Throw.
2nd Half82-80Greyson Uelmen made Free Throw.
2nd Half82-81Greyson Uelmen made Free Throw.
2nd Half84-81Josiah Davis made Jumper.
2nd Half86-81Josiah Davis made Layup.
2nd Half87-81Aleks Szymczyk made Free Throw.
2nd Half87-83Anthony Smith III made Layup.
2nd Half89-83Joshua O'Garro made Layup.
2nd Half89-85Anthony Smith III made Layup.
2nd Half90-85Josiah Davis made Free Throw.
2nd Half91-85Josiah Davis made Free Throw.
2nd Half93-85Jai Chisolm made Layup. Assisted by Josiah Davis.

Win probability

Above the line favours North Dakota Fighting Hawks, below favours Cal State Northridge Matadors.