Stanford Cardinal Defeat Cal State Northridge Matadors 88-80
Saturday, December 27, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Maples Pavilion
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Who won Cal State Northridge Matadors vs Stanford Cardinal?
Stanford Cardinal beat Cal State Northridge Matadors 88-80 at Maples Pavilion on December 27, 2025.
Who was favored in Cal State Northridge Matadors vs Stanford Cardinal?
Stanford Cardinal were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1600 (about 94% implied). The favorite won.
In a thrilling matchup at Maples Pavilion, the Stanford Cardinal secured an 88-80 victory over the Cal State Northridge Matadors. This game showcased Stanford's strong home record, now standing at 12-2, and marked their fourth consecutive win, reinforcing their dominance on their home court.
Stanford entered the game with a recent form of 8-2 over their last ten games, averaging 79.6 points scored while allowing 71.3 points. Their last five games reflected a slight uptick in scoring, averaging 81.4 points, with their most recent victory against the Colorado Buffaloes on December 21, where they won 77-68. The Cardinal's home record of 4-2 indicates they have been formidable at home, although they have also performed well in away games with a perfect 4-0 record during that stretch.
On the other hand, the Cal State Northridge Matadors brought an 8-6 record into the game, having won six of their last ten contests. Their scoring average was slightly higher at 79.9 points, but they also allowed 78.0 points, indicating a more defensively challenged approach. The Matadors were on a four-game winning streak leading into this matchup, with their latest victory against the Sacramento State Hornets on December 23, where they triumphed 100-88. However, their away record of 1-3 in recent games suggested that they faced challenges on the road.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Stanford favored by 15.5 points, with a total set at 160.5 for the game. The odds reflected confidence in Stanford's ability to perform at home, with a moneyline of -1600 for the Cardinal and +900 for the Matadors.
Throughout the game, Stanford's offensive prowess was evident, culminating in key scoring plays in the second half. Aidan Cammann contributed significantly with free throws that helped maintain Stanford's lead. His performance included making crucial free throws that pushed the score to 86-78, followed by a dunk from Oskar Giltay that brought the score to 88-78. Despite a late surge from Cal State Northridge, including free throws from Joshua O'Garro, Stanford held on to their lead, ultimately finishing the game at 88-80.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams have had to navigate their respective injury situations throughout the season. The conditions during the game were not specified, but Maples Pavilion is known for its supportive home crowd, which likely played a role in Stanford's performance.
This fixture was notable not just for the victory but also for the competitive spirit displayed by both teams. Stanford's ability to execute under pressure, combined with Cal State Northridge's resilience, made for an engaging contest that showcased the talent present in college basketball.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | STAN -15.5 | 160.5 o -108 / u -112 | Cal State Northridge Matadors +900 · Stanford Cardinal -1600 |
Leaders
- PointsEbuka Okorie30Stanford Cardinal
- AssistsBenny Gealer5Stanford Cardinal
- ReboundsRyan Agarwal8Stanford Cardinal
- PointsLarry Hughes II26Cal State Northridge Matadors
- AssistsJosiah Davis6Cal State Northridge Matadors
- ReboundsMahmoud Fofana7Cal State Northridge Matadors
Recent form
Stanford Cardinal
Last 10: 8-2Streak W379.6 scored · 71.3 allowed per game4-2 at home
- W77-68at Colorado BuffaloesDec 21
- W76-60vs UT Arlington MavericksDec 18
- W86-82at San José State SpartansDec 14
- L74-75vs UNLV RebelsDec 7
- W94-72vs Portland PilotsDec 2
- W78-77at Saint Louis BillikensNov 29
- W72-68at Minnesota Golden GophersNov 28
- L69-77vs Seattle U RedhawksNov 22
- W93-66vs Louisiana Ragin' CajunsNov 19
- W77-68vs Montana State BobcatsNov 13
Cal State Northridge Matadors
Last 10: 6-4Streak W479.9 scored · 78 allowed per game1-3 away
- 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
- L50-82at Idaho State BengalsNov 28
- L64-78vs Idaho VandalsNov 27
- W94-85vs Troy TrojansNov 17
- L68-90at North Dakota State BisonNov 12
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 |
| Duke | 35-3 | - | 17-1 |
| Virginia | 30-6 | 2 | 15-3 |
| Miami | 26-9 | 4 | 13-5 |
| North Carolina | 24-9 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Clemson | 24-11 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Louisville | 24-11 | 6 | 11-7 |
| NC State | 20-14 | 7 | 10-8 |
| Florida State | 18-15 | 7 | 10-8 |
| California | 22-12 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Stanford | 20-13 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Virginia Tech | 19-13 | 9 | 8-10 |
| SMU | 20-14 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Wake Forest | 18-17 | 10 | 7-11 |
| Syracuse | 15-17 | 11 | 6-12 |
| Pittsburgh | 13-20 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Notre Dame | 13-18 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Boston College | 11-20 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Georgia Tech | 11-20 | 15 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Cal State Northridge Matadors | Stanford Cardinal |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-51 | 25-52 |
| Field goal % | 47 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 8-17 | 11-27 |
| Three-point % | 47 | 41 |
| Free throws | 24-30 | 27-38 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 33 |
| Offensive rebounds | 5 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 25 |
| Assists | 14 | 16 |
| Steals | 6 | 9 |
| Blocks | 1 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 21 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 18 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 26 |
| Fouls | 24 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 12 |
| Lead changes | 7 | 7 |
| Time in front | 45 | 50 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half48-57Davius Loury makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-60Ryan Agarwal makes 24-foot three point jumper (Aidan Cammann assists)
- 2nd Half51-60Jordan Brinson makes 22-foot three point jumper (Josiah Davis assists)
- 2nd Half53-60Joshua O'Garro makes layup
- 2nd Half53-63Benny Gealer makes 24-foot three point jumper (Oskar Giltay assists)
- 2nd Half53-65Ebuka Okorie makes 2-foot dunk (Benny Gealer assists)
- 2nd Half54-65Joshua O'Garro makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-66Benny Gealer makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half55-66Josiah Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-66Josiah Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-66Davius Loury makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jai Chisolm assists)
- 2nd Half59-69Ebuka Okorie makes 24-foot three point jumper (Chisom Okpara assists)
- 2nd Half60-69Josiah Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-69Josiah Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-69Larry Hughes II makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-69Larry Hughes II makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-69Davius Loury makes layup (Josiah Davis assists)
- 2nd Half67-69Josiah Davis makes layup
- 2nd Half68-69Josiah Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-69Josiah Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-71Chisom Okpara makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-70Chisom Okpara makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-73Ryan Agarwal makes layup (Ebuka Okorie assists)
- 2nd Half69-75Ryan Agarwal makes layup (Benny Gealer assists)
- 2nd Half72-75Larry Hughes II makes 26-foot three point jumper (Josiah Davis assists)
- 2nd Half72-76Ebuka Okorie makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-77Ebuka Okorie makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-79Ebuka Okorie makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half73-79Mahmoud Fofana makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-79Mahmoud Fofana makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-79Joshua O'Garro makes layup
- 2nd Half76-82Benny Gealer makes 23-foot three point jumper (Aidan Cammann assists)
- 2nd Half76-83Aidan Cammann makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-84Aidan Cammann makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-84Mahmoud Fofana makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half78-85Aidan Cammann makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half78-86Aidan Cammann makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-88Oskar Giltay makes 3-foot dunk (Benny Gealer assists)
- 2nd Half79-88Joshua O'Garro makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-88Joshua O'Garro makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Stanford Cardinal, below favours Cal State Northridge Matadors.
Venue
- Maples PavilionStanford, CA
- Attendance3033
- OfficialsMichael Greenstein, Tony Padilla, Mark Fulton
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