California Baptist Tops UT Arlington in Overtime Thriller
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 3:00 PM ET · College Park Center
California Baptist Lancers 87, UT Arlington Mavericks 77, 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 UT Arlington Mavericks?
California Baptist Lancers beat UT Arlington Mavericks 87-77 at College Park Center on January 31, 2026.
Who was favored in California Baptist Lancers vs UT Arlington Mavericks?
California Baptist Lancers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -125 (about 56% implied). The favorite won.
In a thrilling overtime contest, the California Baptist Lancers defeated the UT Arlington Mavericks 87-77 at the College Park Center on January 31, 2026. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it featured two teams with solid records, with California Baptist entering the game at 16-6 and UT Arlington at 14-7. The Lancers extended their winning streak to six games with this victory, showcasing their strong form as they look to solidify their position in the league.
Both teams had been performing well leading up to this game. UT Arlington boasted a record of 7-3 in their last ten games, including a two-game winning streak prior to facing California Baptist. They averaged 70.4 points scored and allowed 66.5 points during this stretch. Their recent home games had seen them winning four out of five, with the Mavericks scoring an average of 72.6 points while allowing 67.0 points in their last five matches.
On the other hand, California Baptist also held a 7-3 record over their last ten games, but they were on a five-game winning streak. The Lancers averaged 70.9 points scored and 67.1 points allowed during this period. Their away record, however, had been less impressive, with only one win in four attempts, highlighting the challenge they faced in playing on the road.
The previous meetings between these two teams had seen UT Arlington hold a slight edge with a 2-1 record in their head-to-head matchups. In their most recent encounter on January 1, 2026, UT Arlington emerged victorious with a score of 63-51. However, California Baptist had defeated UT Arlington in their last away meeting in March 2025, which added an extra layer of intrigue to this matchup.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing from either side, suggesting both teams were at full strength for this critical game. The betting lines from DraftKings reflected California Baptist as a slight favorite, with a spread of 1.5 points and a total set at 134.5. The odds indicated California Baptist at -125 for the money line, while UT Arlington was priced at +105.
The conditions at the College Park Center were typical for a basketball game, with an electric atmosphere as both teams battled for supremacy. Fans were treated to a competitive matchup that ultimately required extra time to determine the victor. In overtime, California Baptist pulled ahead with crucial free throws from Dominique Daniels Jr., who contributed significantly to the Lancers' scoring in the final moments. His performance included multiple successful free throws that extended their lead, and a pivotal alley-oop dunk from Marcell McCreary added to the excitement.
As the game progressed into overtime, California Baptist demonstrated resilience and composure, capitalizing on their scoring opportunities while UT Arlington struggled to keep pace. The final scoring plays highlighted the Lancers' ability to execute under pressure, ultimately sealing their victory.
This game not only showcased the talent on both rosters but also underscored the competitive nature of the NCAAB league, where every matchup can have significant implications for standings and momentum as the season unfolds.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | CBU -1.5 | 134.5 o -110 / u -110 | California Baptist Lancers -125 · UT Arlington Mavericks +105 |
Leaders
- PointsMarcell McCreary19UT Arlington Mavericks
- AssistsMarcell McCreary5UT Arlington Mavericks
- ReboundsRaysean Seamster7UT Arlington Mavericks
- PointsDominique Daniels Jr.28California Baptist Lancers
- AssistsDominique Daniels Jr.6California Baptist Lancers
- ReboundsJonathan Griman9California Baptist Lancers
Recent form
UT Arlington Mavericks
Last 10: 7-3Streak W270.4 scored · 66.5 allowed per game4-1 at home
- W80-61vs Southern Utah ThunderbirdsJan 30
- W71-64vs Tarleton State TexansJan 22
- L74-86at Utah Valley WolverinesJan 17
- W56-52at Utah Tech TrailblazersJan 16
- W82-72vs Abilene Christian WildcatsJan 10
- W86-77at Southern Utah ThunderbirdsJan 4
- W63-51vs California Baptist LancersJan 1
- L63-69vs Tarleton State TexansDec 30
- W69-57at Oral Roberts Golden EaglesDec 23
- L60-76at Stanford CardinalDec 18
California Baptist Lancers
Last 10: 7-3Streak W570.9 scored · 67.1 allowed per game1-3 away
- W78-71vs Utah Valley WolverinesJan 25
- W73-64vs Utah Tech TrailblazersJan 22
- W74-58at Abilene Christian WildcatsJan 16
- W58-55vs Southern Utah ThunderbirdsJan 11
- W84-72vs Utah Tech TrailblazersJan 9
- L76-81at Tarleton State TexansJan 3
- L51-63at UT Arlington MavericksJan 1
- L66-73at Utah Valley WolverinesDec 30
- W74-67vs Sacramento State HornetsDec 21
- W75-67vs Southern JaguarsDec 17
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 | 28-61 | 26-71 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 37 |
| Three-pointers | 6-20 | 8-30 |
| Three-point % | 30 | 27 |
| Free throws | 25-36 | 17-21 |
| Free throw % | 69 | 81 |
| Rebounds | 40 | 44 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 29 |
| Assists | 13 | 17 |
| Steals | 7 | 7 |
| Blocks | 5 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 16 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 32 |
| Fouls | 19 | 28 |
| Largest lead | 12 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 95 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half53-46Nate Garcia makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-48Cash Chavis makes layup
- 2nd Half53-49Marcell McCreary makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-49Bradey Henige makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half57-49Martel Williams makes 11-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half57-51Bahsil Laster makes 11-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half57-52Bahsil Laster makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half60-52Jayden Jackson makes 24-foot three pointer (Dominique Daniels Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half62-52Bradey Henige makes layup (Dominique Daniels Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half64-52Bradey Henige makes 13-foot hook shot (Jayden Jackson assists)
- 2nd Half64-54Amari Reed makes 9-foot turnaround jump shot (Marcell McCreary assists)
- 2nd Half64-55Amari Reed makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half64-56Bahsil Laster makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-56Dominique Daniels Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-56Dominique Daniels Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-58Raysean Seamster makes 7-foot alley oop dunk (Cash Chavis assists)
- 2nd Half66-61Marcell McCreary makes 23-foot three point jumper (Amari Reed assists)
- 2nd Half66-64Marcell McCreary makes 26-foot three point jumper (Cash Chavis assists)
- 2nd Half67-64Dominique Daniels Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-65Cash Chavis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-66Cash Chavis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-66Dominique Daniels Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-68Amari Reed makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- OT70-68Dominique Daniels Jr. makes 13-foot floating jump shot
- OT70-70Marcell McCreary makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
- OT73-70Dominique Daniels Jr. makes 28-foot three pointer
- OT76-70Dominique Daniels Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Bradey Henige assists)
- OT78-70Jayden Jackson makes 17-foot step back jumpshot (Dominique Daniels Jr. assists)
- OT78-71Marcell McCreary makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT78-72Marcell McCreary makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT79-72Jayden Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT79-75Jordan Lowery makes 26-foot three point jumper (Tyran Mason assists)
- OT80-75Dominique Daniels Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT81-75Dominique Daniels Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT82-75Dominique Daniels Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT82-77Marcell McCreary makes 11-foot alley oop dunk (Jordan Lowery assists)
- OT83-77Jayden Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT84-77Dominique Daniels Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT85-77Dominique Daniels Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT87-77Jonathan Griman makes 3-foot dunk (Jayden Jackson assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours UT Arlington Mavericks, below favours California Baptist Lancers.
Venue
- College Park CenterArlington, TX
- Attendance1140
- OfficialsJohn St. Clair, Nomi Kidwai, John Jenkins Jr.
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