California Baptist Edges Eastern Washington in Close Contest
Friday, December 12, 2025, 9:00 PM ET · Reese Court
California Baptist Lancers 88, Eastern Washington Eagles 83, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won California Baptist Lancers vs Eastern Washington Eagles?
California Baptist Lancers beat Eastern Washington Eagles 88-83 at Reese Court on December 12, 2025.
Who was favored in California Baptist Lancers vs Eastern Washington Eagles?
California Baptist Lancers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -175 (about 64% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the California Baptist Lancers defeated the Eastern Washington Eagles 88-83 at Reese Court on December 13, 2025. This game was particularly significant as it showcased the contrasting fortunes of both teams, with California Baptist entering the game with a solid away record of 8-3, while Eastern Washington struggled with a 2-8 record overall.
The Lancers, despite their recent three-game losing streak, had shown promise earlier in the season, averaging 74.3 points scored and allowing 70.1 points per game over their last ten games. Their performance at home was strong, with a 5-0 record, but they faced challenges on the road, going 2-3 in away games. In their last five outings, they averaged 73.2 points scored while allowing 78.0 points, indicating a need for improvement on the defensive end.
Conversely, Eastern Washington had recently found some momentum, winning their last game against Kansas City Roos 90-66, which was a much-needed boost following a difficult stretch. Despite their overall record of 2-8, they averaged 75.9 points scored and allowed 81.5 points per game in their last ten games, with a home record of 2-0 and an away record of 0-8. Their last five games saw them averaging 81.2 points scored while allowing 80.6 points, which suggested a high-scoring affair was likely.
The previous meeting between these two teams had taken place on November 24, 2024, where California Baptist emerged victorious with a score of 79-68. This history added an extra layer of intrigue to the matchup, as Eastern Washington sought to avenge that defeat.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant player absences for either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this important game. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had California Baptist favored by 3.5 points, with a total set at 153.5 points, indicating expectations for a competitive and high-scoring game.
As the game unfolded, California Baptist took control in the second half, with key contributions from players like Dominique Daniels Jr., who sealed the game with crucial free throws. The Lancers' ability to execute in clutch moments was a decisive factor in their victory. Eastern Washington fought hard, with standout performances that kept the game close, but ultimately fell short.
Conditions in Reese Court were conducive to an exciting basketball atmosphere, and fans witnessed a thrilling contest that highlighted the resilience of both teams. Viewers were treated to a showcase of skill, strategy, and determination, making this matchup one worth remembering in the early stages of the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | CBU -3.5 | 153.5 o -108 / u -112 | California Baptist Lancers -175 · Eastern Washington Eagles +145 |
Leaders
- PointsIsaiah Moses23Eastern Washington Eagles
- AssistsIsaiah Moses6Eastern Washington Eagles
- ReboundsKiree Huie6Eastern Washington Eagles
- PointsDominique Daniels Jr.34California Baptist Lancers
- AssistsJordan Muller7California Baptist Lancers
- ReboundsRene D'Amelio8California Baptist Lancers
Recent form
Eastern Washington Eagles
Last 10: 2-8Streak W175.9 scored · 81.5 allowed per game2-0 at home
- W90-66vs Kansas City RoosDec 6
- L89-93at Denver PioneersDec 4
- L71-79at North Texas Mean GreenNov 26
- L65-92at Central Arkansas BearsNov 23
- W91-73vs Eastern Oregon MountaineersNov 18
- L67-94at Seattle U RedhawksNov 13
- L97-102at Colorado BuffaloesNov 8
- L62-70at Loyola Marymount LionsNov 6
- L74-80at UCLA BruinsNov 4
- L53-66at Northern Arizona LumberjacksMar 9
California Baptist Lancers
Last 10: 7-3Streak L374.3 scored · 70.1 allowed per game2-3 away
- L85-91at Utah UtesDec 7
- L60-91at BYU CougarsDec 4
- L70-78at Colorado BuffaloesDec 2
- W75-69at Oregon State BeaversNov 30
- W76-61vs San Diego TorerosNov 25
- W72-59vs Grambling TigersNov 22
- W80-57vs UC Riverside HighlandersNov 19
- W69-59vs Western Illinois LeathernecksNov 15
- W69-61at UC Irvine AnteatersNov 8
- W87-75vs South Carolina Upstate SpartansNov 4
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 |
| Portland State | 20-11 | - | 13-5 |
| Montana State | 18-14 | 1 | 12-6 |
| Eastern Washington | 14-19 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Northern Colorado | 20-12 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Montana | 18-16 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Weber State | 16-16 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Idaho | 21-15 | 4 | 9-9 |
| Sacramento State | 10-21 | 8 | 6-12 |
| Idaho State | 13-20 | 8 | 5-13 |
| Northern Arizona | 10-22 | 9 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | California Baptist Lancers | Eastern Washington Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-56 | 29-59 |
| Field goal % | 54 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 5-15 | 7-14 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 50 |
| Free throws | 23-28 | 18-27 |
| Free throw % | 82 | 67 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 24 |
| Offensive rebounds | 15 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 13 |
| Assists | 11 | 12 |
| Steals | 4 | 6 |
| Blocks | 4 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 21 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 44 | 34 |
| Fouls | 27 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 13 | 9 |
| Lead changes | 9 | 9 |
| Time in front | 71 | 19 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half57-48Dominique Daniels Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-50Alton Hamilton IV made Layup.
- 2nd Half58-50Rene D'Amelio made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-50Rene D'Amelio made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-50Thomas Ndong made Dunk. Assisted by Dominique Daniels Jr..
- 2nd Half61-52Alton Hamilton IV made Layup.
- 2nd Half63-52Dominique Daniels Jr. made Jumper.
- 2nd Half63-55Johnny Radford made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Isaiah Moses.
- 2nd Half65-55Martel Williams made Jumper.
- 2nd Half65-57Alton Hamilton IV made Layup.
- 2nd Half66-57Nate Garcia made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-57Nate Garcia made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-57Dominique Daniels Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half69-59Kiree Huie made Layup. Assisted by Jojo Anderson.
- 2nd Half70-59Dominique Daniels Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-59Dominique Daniels Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-61Emmett Marquardt made Layup. Assisted by Isaiah Moses.
- 2nd Half73-61Devon Malcolm made Jumper.
- 2nd Half73-62Jojo Anderson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-62Nate Garcia made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-62Nate Garcia made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-64Isaiah Moses made Jumper.
- 2nd Half75-65Kiree Huie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half78-65Martel Williams made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jordan Muller.
- 2nd Half78-68Isaiah Moses made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half80-68Dominique Daniels Jr. made Jumper.
- 2nd Half80-69Isaiah Moses made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half80-70Isaiah Moses made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half82-70Rene D'Amelio made Layup.
- 2nd Half82-72Alton Hamilton IV made Layup.
- 2nd Half84-72Dominique Daniels Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half84-74Isaiah Moses made Jumper.
- 2nd Half85-74Martel Williams made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half85-75Jojo Anderson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half86-75Dominique Daniels Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half86-77Straton Rogers made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half86-80Isaiah Moses made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Straton Rogers.
- 2nd Half87-80Dominique Daniels Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half88-80Dominique Daniels Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half88-83Johnny Radford made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Isaiah Moses.
Win probability
Above the line favours Eastern Washington Eagles, below favours California Baptist Lancers.
Venue
- Reese CourtCheney, WA
- Attendance1167
- OfficialsJohn St. Clair, Gregory Nixon, Mark Fulton
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