UT Arlington Mavericks Defeat California Baptist Lancers 63-51
Thursday, January 1, 2026, 3:00 PM ET · College Park Center
UT Arlington Mavericks 63, California Baptist Lancers 51, 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 UT Arlington Mavericks?
UT Arlington Mavericks beat California Baptist Lancers 63-51 at College Park Center on January 1, 2026.
Who was favored in California Baptist Lancers vs UT Arlington Mavericks?
California Baptist Lancers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -148 (about 60% implied). The underdog won.
In a decisive matchup, the UT Arlington Mavericks secured a 63-51 victory over the California Baptist Lancers at the College Park Center. This win marks an important moment for the Mavericks, who improved their home record to 10-5 while the Lancers fell to 10-6 overall. The Mavericks had been struggling recently, entering the game on a one-game losing streak, but they managed to turn things around against a competitive opponent.
The Mavericks' recent form had shown some inconsistency, with a record of 6-4 in their last ten games and an average score of 67.1 points while allowing 66.5 points. Their last five games featured a record of 2-3, with an average of 62.6 points scored and 67.0 points allowed. The Lancers, on the other hand, also held a record of 6-4 in their last ten games, averaging 74.1 points scored and 73.9 points allowed. Their recent performance had been slightly better, with a 3-2 record in their last five games, averaging 77.6 points while allowing 76.2 points.
When considering home and away performances, the Mavericks had a home record of 2-2 in their last ten games, while the Lancers struggled on the road with a 2-4 record. This home advantage proved crucial in the matchup, as the Mavericks were able to capitalize on their familiar surroundings.
In terms of previous meetings, the two teams had faced off twice in the 2025 season, with each team winning one game. The Mavericks had previously beaten the Lancers 82-79 at home on February 13, 2025, while the Lancers had edged the Mavericks 70-68 in their last encounter on March 9, 2025. This history added an intriguing layer to the matchup, as both teams sought to assert their dominance.
Injuries were not reported as a significant factor in this game, allowing both teams to field their best lineups. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Lancers favored by 2.5 points, with a total set at 134.5. The odds indicated a competitive matchup, but the Mavericks' performance on the court defied expectations.
The game conditions were conducive for basketball, with the Mavericks taking full advantage of their home court. The Mavericks’ defense proved to be a key factor, limiting the Lancers to just 51 points. Notable scoring plays included a critical 25-foot three-point jumper by Bahsil Laster, which helped extend the Mavericks' lead in the second half. Laster also contributed with free throws that solidified the Mavericks' advantage as the game progressed.
Overall, the Mavericks' ability to control the game and execute their plays effectively led them to a solid victory, showcasing their resilience and determination to bounce back after recent struggles.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | CBU -2.5 | 134.5 o -115 / u -105 | California Baptist Lancers -148 · UT Arlington Mavericks +124 |
Leaders
- PointsMarcell McCreary14UT Arlington Mavericks
- AssistsCash Chavis5UT Arlington Mavericks
- ReboundsMarcell McCreary6UT Arlington Mavericks
- PointsDominique Daniels Jr.25California Baptist Lancers
- AssistsDominique Daniels Jr.1California Baptist Lancers
- ReboundsDevon Malcolm6California Baptist Lancers
Recent form
UT Arlington Mavericks
Last 10: 6-4Streak L167.1 scored · 66.5 allowed per game2-2 at home
- L63-69vs Tarleton State TexansDec 30
- W69-57at Oral Roberts Golden EaglesDec 23
- L60-76at Stanford CardinalDec 18
- W58-50at UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosDec 12
- L63-83at Arkansas State Red WolvesDec 3
- W66-61vs Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksNov 29
- W74-73at Weber State WildcatsNov 23
- L67-71vs Campbell Fighting CamelsNov 21
- W84-76at Evansville Purple AcesNov 19
- W67-49vs Missouri State BearsNov 15
California Baptist Lancers
Last 10: 6-4Streak L174.1 scored · 73.9 allowed per game2-4 away
- L66-73at Utah Valley WolverinesDec 30
- W74-67vs Sacramento State HornetsDec 21
- W75-67vs Southern JaguarsDec 17
- W88-83at Eastern Washington EaglesDec 13
- 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
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 |
| Utah Valley | 25-9 | - | 14-4 |
| California Baptist | 25-9 | 1 | 13-5 |
| Utah Tech | 19-15 | 2 | 11-7 |
| UT Arlington | 18-14 | 5 | 9-9 |
| Southern Utah | 10-22 | 7 | 6-12 |
| Tarleton State | 14-18 | 9 | 5-13 |
| Abilene Christian | 14-19 | 9 | 5-13 |
Box score
| Stat | California Baptist Lancers | UT Arlington Mavericks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 19-47 | 19-55 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 35 |
| Three-pointers | 3-13 | 5-20 |
| Three-point % | 23 | 25 |
| Free throws | 10-14 | 20-23 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 87 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 33 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 21 |
| Assists | 4 | 13 |
| Steals | 4 | 12 |
| Blocks | 0 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 17 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 14 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 22 |
| Fouls | 20 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 12 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 3 | 81 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half27-28Dominique Daniels Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half28-28Dominique Daniels Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half28-30Raysean Seamster makes layup (Marcell McCreary assists)
- 2nd Half30-30Devon Malcolm makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half32-30Jayden Jackson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half32-31Marcell McCreary makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half32-32Marcell McCreary makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half32-34Cash Chavis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half34-34Jonathan Griman makes 10-foot hook shot (Dominique Daniels Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half36-34Dominique Daniels Jr. makes 13-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half36-36Marcus Rigsby Jr. makes 13-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half38-36Dominique Daniels Jr. makes 7-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half38-38Miles Goodman makes driving layup (Raysean Seamster assists)
- 2nd Half39-38Martel Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half40-38Martel Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half40-40Raysean Seamster makes 17-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half40-41Raysean Seamster makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half40-43Raysean Seamster makes driving layup (Cash Chavis assists)
- 2nd Half40-44Bahsil Laster makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half40-45Bahsil Laster makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half42-45Thomas Ndong makes driving layup
- 2nd Half42-48Bahsil Laster makes 24-foot three point jumper (Marcell McCreary assists)
- 2nd Half43-48Martel Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-48Martel Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-49Marcus Rigsby Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-50Marcus Rigsby Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-50Devon Malcolm makes 18-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half47-50Devon Malcolm makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-51Bahsil Laster makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-52Bahsil Laster makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-52Dominique Daniels Jr. makes 12-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half49-54Cameron Jackson makes layup
- 2nd Half51-54Dominique Daniels Jr. makes 10-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half51-57Bahsil Laster makes 25-foot three point jumper (Cash Chavis assists)
- 2nd Half51-58Bahsil Laster makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-59Bahsil Laster makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-60Tyran Mason makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-61Tyran Mason makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-62Miles Goodman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-63Miles Goodman makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours UT Arlington Mavericks, below favours California Baptist Lancers.
Venue
- College Park CenterArlington, TX
- Attendance841
- OfficialsNomi Kidwai, Brooks Wells, Tommy Johnson
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