California Golden Bears Dominate Dominican Penguins 93-71
Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 10:00 PM ET · Haas Pavilion
California Golden Bears 93, Dominican (CA) Penguins 71, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Dominican (CA) Penguins vs California Golden Bears?
California Golden Bears beat Dominican (CA) Penguins 93-71 at Haas Pavilion on December 9, 2025.
The California Golden Bears showcased their dominance at home, defeating the Dominican (CA) Penguins 93-71 in a decisive victory at Haas Pavilion. This game highlighted California's impressive home record, now standing at 9-1 overall and 8-0 at home this season. The Golden Bears have been in formidable form, boasting a five-game winning streak and averaging 81.0 points per game while allowing 69.8. In their last ten games, they have recorded an 8-2 record.
In the lead-up to this match, California had been riding high on a wave of success, with their recent performances including victories over teams such as the Pacific Tigers, Utah Utes, and UCLA Bruins. Their scoring prowess was evident as they consistently outperformed their opponents, scoring 91 points against Sacramento State and 93 against Cal State Fullerton. Their last five games alone saw them average 76.8 points while allowing just 65.8.
On the other hand, the Dominican Penguins struggled in their recent outing, losing to Sacramento State with a score of 79-103. This defeat marked their second away game of the season, leaving them with an away record of 0-1 and an overall record of 0-1. They have faced challenges on the defensive end, allowing an average of 103 points in their last game, which contrasts sharply with California's defensive statistics.
The matchup was particularly interesting given California's strong home advantage, where they have yet to lose this season. In contrast, Dominican has not yet found success on the road. The Golden Bears' ability to score efficiently at home has made them a formidable opponent, and their recent performances have only solidified their status.
The game conditions were favorable for California, allowing them to capitalize on their home-court advantage. The Golden Bears maintained control throughout the game, with significant contributions from players like Lee Dort and John Camden, who made crucial plays in the second half to extend their lead. The scoring plays highlighted the team's offensive depth, with multiple players contributing to the scoreboard.
The market reflected California's strong position heading into this game, with a home win probability of 1.0, indicating a complete expectation of victory against the Penguins, as reported by the betting provider. This confidence was well-placed, as the Golden Bears executed their game plan effectively, demonstrating both offensive firepower and defensive resilience.
Fans watching the game were treated to a display of California's scoring capabilities, particularly in the second half, where they pulled away decisively. Key moments included a series of successful plays that saw them extend their lead, showcasing their ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities. The Golden Bears' performance in this match not only reinforces their strong season but also sets a tone for their upcoming fixtures as they continue to build momentum.
Leaders
- PointsJustin Pippen24California Golden Bears
- AssistsDai Dai Ames5California Golden Bears
- ReboundsJohn Camden8California Golden Bears
- PointsNick Medeiros16Dominican (CA) Penguins
- AssistsNick Medeiros9Dominican (CA) Penguins
- ReboundsDarius Best8Dominican (CA) Penguins
Recent form
California Golden Bears
Last 10: 8-2Streak W581 scored · 69.8 allowed per game8-0 at home
- W67-61vs Pacific TigersDec 6
- W79-72vs Utah UtesDec 3
- W80-72vs UCLA BruinsNov 26
- W91-67vs Sacramento State HornetsNov 22
- W67-57vs Presbyterian Blue HoseNov 19
- L96-99at Kansas State WildcatsNov 14
- W93-65vs Cal State Fullerton TitansNov 11
- W77-67vs Wright State RaidersNov 7
- W87-60vs Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersNov 4
- L73-78at Stanford CardinalMar 12
Dominican (CA) Penguins
1 game: 0-1Streak L179 scored · 103 allowed per game0-1 away
- L79-103at Sacramento State HornetsNov 5
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Dominican (CA) Penguins | California Golden Bears |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-53 | 29-71 |
| Field goal % | 47 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 10-24 | 8-27 |
| Three-point % | 42 | 30 |
| Free throws | 11-15 | 27-30 |
| Free throw % | 73 | 90 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 39 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 17 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 22 |
| Assists | 18 | 8 |
| Steals | 4 | 11 |
| Blocks | 4 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 19 | 5 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 2 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 2 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 35 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 18 | 36 |
| Fouls | 20 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 10 | 22 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 31 | 62 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half44-52DeJuan Campbell made Jumper.
- 2nd Half45-52Sargent Jeffery made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-52Nick Medeiros made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Stephen Ransom.
- 2nd Half48-55Nolan Dorsey made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Justin Pippen.
- 2nd Half51-55Mo Toure made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Michael Wilson.
- 2nd Half51-57Lee Dort made Jumper.
- 2nd Half51-58Semetri Carr made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-59Semetri Carr made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-59Darius Best made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-59Darius Best made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-61Dai Dai Ames made Layup.
- 2nd Half56-61Austin Johnson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Darius Best.
- 2nd Half56-63Dai Dai Ames made Jumper.
- 2nd Half56-64Semetri Carr made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-65Semetri Carr made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-65Jorge Ochoa made Layup.
- 2nd Half58-67Dai Dai Ames made Layup.
- 2nd Half58-68Dai Dai Ames made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-70Justin Pippen made Layup.
- 2nd Half58-72Semetri Carr made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half60-72Darius Best made Layup.
- 2nd Half60-73Justin Pippen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-74Justin Pippen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-74Darius Best made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-74Darius Best made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-74Jorge Ochoa made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Nick Medeiros.
- 2nd Half65-75Justin Pippen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-76Justin Pippen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-79John Camden made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dai Dai Ames.
- 2nd Half65-81Dai Dai Ames made Layup.
- 2nd Half66-81Darius Best made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-81Luke Ortiz made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Darius Best.
- 2nd Half69-83Chris Bell made Jumper.
- 2nd Half69-85Lee Dort made Layup.
- 2nd Half69-86Lee Dort made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-89John Camden made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Justin Pippen.
- 2nd Half70-89Omari Davis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-89Omari Davis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-91Dai Dai Ames made Layup.
- 2nd Half71-93Mantas Kocanas made Layup. Assisted by Justin Pippen.
Win probability
Above the line favours California Golden Bears, below favours Dominican (CA) Penguins.
Venue
- Haas PavilionBerkeley, CA
- Attendance1844
- OfficialsA.J. Desai, Chase Shaw, Tommy Johnson
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