California Baptist Defeats Southern Utah 82-75
Saturday, March 7, 2026, 8:30 PM ET · America First Events Center
California Baptist Lancers 82, Southern Utah Thunderbirds 75, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won California Baptist Lancers vs Southern Utah Thunderbirds?
California Baptist Lancers beat Southern Utah Thunderbirds 82-75 at America First Events Center on March 7, 2026.
Who was favored in California Baptist Lancers vs Southern Utah Thunderbirds?
California Baptist Lancers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -265 (about 73% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup, the California Baptist Lancers triumphed over the Southern Utah Thunderbirds with a final score of 82-75 at the America First Events Center. This victory marks California Baptist's continued strong performance, extending their winning streak to three games and improving their overall record to 23-8, while Southern Utah falls to 10-21.
Both teams entered the game with contrasting recent forms. Southern Utah had a record of 3-7 in their last ten games, culminating in a one-game losing streak. They averaged 76.0 points scored while allowing 80.0 points per game during this stretch. In their most recent outing on March 6, they lost to the Utah Valley Wolverines with a score of 88-92. In their last five games, Southern Utah managed to score an average of 80.8 points while allowing 79.4 points, indicating a struggle on the defensive end.
On the other hand, California Baptist was riding high with an 8-2 record in their last ten games, showcasing a robust defensive performance with an average of 63.8 points allowed. Their last game on March 6 saw them dominate the Abilene Christian Wildcats, winning decisively 87-48. The Lancers averaged 71.7 points scored in their recent ten games, and their last five games featured an average of 69.6 points scored while allowing just 61.2 points.
The matchup also highlighted the teams' previous encounters. In their last meeting on February 13, 2026, California Baptist defeated Southern Utah 83-66, further establishing a trend in their head-to-head record, where Southern Utah has only won once in their last four matchups against the Lancers. The overall head-to-head record stands at 1-3 in favor of California Baptist.
In terms of home and away performance, Southern Utah has struggled at home with a record of 1-3 in their last four home games. Meanwhile, California Baptist has been more successful on the road, holding a 2-2 record in away games recently, but they have shown their strength with a 6-0 record at home in their last six games.
Injuries did not play a significant role in this game, as both teams fielded their regular lineups. However, the implications of player performance were evident, particularly in the scoring plays that defined the game's outcome. Key moments included Elijah Duval's critical three-point jumper, which extended California Baptist's lead, and a series of free throws by Martel Williams and Dominique Daniels Jr. that solidified their advantage in the closing minutes.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had California Baptist favored by 6.5 points, with a total set at 148.5. The moneyline was priced at -265 for California Baptist and +215 for Southern Utah, reflecting the Lancers' stronger season performance.
The game was played under favorable conditions, contributing to an engaging atmosphere at the America First Events Center. Viewers were treated to a display of competitive basketball, with both teams showcasing their offensive capabilities. The final score of 82-75 reflects a hard-fought battle, with California Baptist ultimately leveraging their recent form and head-to-head advantage to secure the victory.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | CBU -6.5 | 148.5 o -115 / u -105 | California Baptist Lancers -265 · Southern Utah Thunderbirds +215 |
Leaders
- PointsElijah Duval30Southern Utah Thunderbirds
- AssistsElijah Duval4Southern Utah Thunderbirds
- ReboundsKai Burdick8Southern Utah Thunderbirds
- PointsDominique Daniels Jr.32California Baptist Lancers
- AssistsMartel Williams3California Baptist Lancers
- ReboundsJonathan Griman10California Baptist Lancers
Recent form
Southern Utah Thunderbirds
Last 10: 3-7Streak L176 scored · 80 allowed per game1-3 at home
- L88-92vs Utah Valley WolverinesMar 6
- W81-67vs Utah Tech TrailblazersMar 1
- L83-87at Abilene Christian WildcatsFeb 21
- L74-78at Tarleton State TexansFeb 20
- W78-73at UT Arlington MavericksFeb 14
- L66-83vs California Baptist LancersFeb 13
- L59-62vs Tarleton State TexansFeb 8
- W79-76at Abilene Christian WildcatsJan 31
- L61-80at UT Arlington MavericksJan 30
- L91-102at Utah Tech TrailblazersJan 25
California Baptist Lancers
Last 10: 8-2Streak W371.7 scored · 63.8 allowed per game2-2 away
- W87-48vs Abilene Christian WildcatsMar 6
- W82-67vs Tarleton State TexansMar 1
- W68-56vs UT Arlington MavericksFeb 27
- L46-65at Utah Valley WolverinesFeb 20
- L65-70at Utah Tech TrailblazersFeb 15
- W83-66at Southern Utah ThunderbirdsFeb 13
- W65-63vs Abilene Christian WildcatsFeb 8
- W56-55vs Tarleton State TexansFeb 6
- W87-77at UT Arlington MavericksJan 31
- W78-71vs Utah Valley WolverinesJan 25
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 | Southern Utah Thunderbirds |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 32-60 | 25-56 |
| Field goal % | 53 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 6-16 | 4-19 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 21 |
| Free throws | 12-18 | 21-26 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 81 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 29 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 21 |
| Assists | 13 | 10 |
| Steals | 2 | 8 |
| Blocks | 1 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 17 | 16 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 38 |
| Fouls | 20 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 20 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 96 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half55-42Rene D'Amelio makes 5-foot dunk (Martel Williams assists)
- 2nd Half55-43Cale Barclay makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-44Cale Barclay makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-46Kai Burdick makes 4-foot dunk (Elijah Duval assists)
- 2nd Half57-46Dominique Daniels Jr. makes layup (Thomas Ndong assists)
- 2nd Half57-48Elijah Duval makes layup
- 2nd Half57-49Cale Barclay makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-49Martel Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half62-49Dominique Daniels Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Bradey Henige assists)
- 2nd Half62-52Jaiden Feroah makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half64-52Bradey Henige makes 11-foot jumper (Martel Williams assists)
- 2nd Half64-54Elijah Duval makes layup
- 2nd Half64-55Jaiden Feroah makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-56Jaiden Feroah makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-56Dominique Daniels Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half66-57Elijah Duval makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-57Jayden Jackson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Martel Williams assists)
- 2nd Half69-59Cale Barclay makes layup (Logan Stephens assists)
- 2nd Half69-60Cale Barclay makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half69-62Kai Burdick makes layup
- 2nd Half70-62Bradey Henige makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-62Bradey Henige makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-63Elijah Duval makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-64Elijah Duval makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-66Elijah Duval makes 5-foot jumper
- 2nd Half71-67Jaiden Feroah makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-68Jaiden Feroah makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-68Dominique Daniels Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-69Elijah Duval makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-70Elijah Duval makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-70Dominique Daniels Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half76-70Dominique Daniels Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half76-73Elijah Duval makes 26-foot three point jumper (Kai Burdick assists)
- 2nd Half77-73Martel Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half78-73Martel Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-73Dominique Daniels Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-73Dominique Daniels Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half81-73Dominique Daniels Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half82-73Dominique Daniels Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half82-75Lorenzo Abellar makes 19-foot jumper
Win probability
Above the line favours Southern Utah Thunderbirds, below favours California Baptist Lancers.
Venue
- America First Events CenterCedar City, UT
- Attendance602
- OfficialsJohn St. Clair, Chad Shepherd, Michael Mojica
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