Fresno State Bulldogs Defeat Air Force Falcons 79-62
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 3:00 PM ET · Clune Arena
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Who won Fresno State Bulldogs vs Air Force Falcons?
Fresno State Bulldogs beat Air Force Falcons 79-62 at Clune Arena on January 31, 2026.
Who was favored in Fresno State Bulldogs vs Air Force Falcons?
Fresno State Bulldogs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -520 (about 84% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Fresno State Bulldogs emerged victorious over the Air Force Falcons with a final score of 79-62 at Clune Arena on January 31, 2026. This game was particularly noteworthy as it highlighted the stark contrast in the teams' recent performances and standings in the NCAAB league. The Bulldogs, with a record of 10-11, faced off against the struggling Falcons, who had a disappointing record of 3-18.
Fresno State entered the game on a two-game losing streak, having lost their last two contests against Grand Canyon Lopes and New Mexico Lobos. In their last ten games, they had a record of 3-7, averaging 68.2 points scored per game while allowing 71.7 points. Their recent form indicated a need for improvement, especially on the defensive end. Conversely, Air Force was in a dire situation, having lost all of their last ten games, resulting in a streak of ten consecutive losses. They averaged a mere 55.4 points scored while allowing a staggering 79.5 points per game during this stretch.
At home, the Falcons had a record of 0-4, while their away record was equally dismal at 0-6. Their inability to secure wins at home added to the pressure they faced in this matchup. Fresno State, on the other hand, had a mixed record of 2-3 at home and 1-4 away, showcasing some resilience but still struggling to find consistency.
In their previous meetings, the two teams had split their encounters, with each team winning once in the 2025 season. The Bulldogs had previously defeated the Falcons 74-65 in their first meeting, while Air Force secured a narrow victory at home with a score of 72-69 in their second encounter. This history added an intriguing layer to the competition as both teams sought to assert dominance in their rivalry.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the overall performance of both teams suggested that they were fielding their available rosters. The market had priced Fresno State as the favorites, with a spread of 9.5 according to DraftKings, indicating a strong belief in their capability to win by a significant margin. The total for the game was set at 141.5, reflecting expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair.
Conditions during the game were conducive for basketball, with Clune Arena providing a familiar environment for the Falcons, though it did not translate into a home advantage. As the game progressed, viewers could watch for key scoring plays that defined the contest. Notable moments included Bastien Rieber making free throws and A.J. Patterson contributing with layups, which were crucial in maintaining Fresno State's lead. Elliott Taite also made significant contributions with two three-point jumpers that helped solidify the Bulldogs' advantage.
Ultimately, Fresno State's ability to capitalize on Air Force's defensive weaknesses and their own scoring capabilities proved decisive in this matchup. The Bulldogs' victory not only improved their record but also highlighted the ongoing struggles of the Falcons, who will need to regroup and find a way to break their losing streak.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | FRES -9.5 | 141.5 o -110 / u -110 | Fresno State Bulldogs -520 · Air Force Falcons +390 |
Leaders
- PointsEthan Greenberg11Air Force Falcons
- AssistsA.J. Patterson5Air Force Falcons
- ReboundsEthan Greenberg6Air Force Falcons
- PointsDavid Douglas Jr.21Fresno State Bulldogs
- AssistsZaon Collins5Fresno State Bulldogs
- ReboundsDeShawn Gory10Fresno State Bulldogs
Recent form
Air Force Falcons
Last 10: 0-10Streak L1055.4 scored · 79.5 allowed per game0-4 at home
- L54-96at Boise State BroncosJan 24
- L52-81at Colorado State RamsJan 21
- L66-81vs Nevada Wolf PackJan 17
- L62-70at San José State SpartansJan 14
- L49-91vs New Mexico LobosJan 10
- L62-99vs Utah State AggiesJan 7
- L39-67at UNLV RebelsJan 3
- L56-68vs Wyoming CowboysDec 30
- L58-81at San Diego State AztecsDec 18
- L56-61at Navy MidshipmenDec 7
Fresno State Bulldogs
Last 10: 3-7Streak L268.2 scored · 71.7 allowed per game1-4 away
- L57-68vs Grand Canyon LopesJan 25
- L74-83at New Mexico LobosJan 22
- W63-60vs Wyoming CowboysJan 18
- W79-69vs Colorado State RamsJan 14
- L52-71at San Diego State AztecsJan 11
- W70-55at San José State SpartansJan 7
- L65-66vs Nevada Wolf PackJan 4
- L63-72vs Utah State AggiesDec 31
- L72-84at UNLV RebelsDec 21
- L87-89at Cal State Northridge MatadorsDec 11
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utah State | 29-7 | - | 15-5 |
| San Diego State | 22-11 | 1 | 14-6 |
| New Mexico | 26-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Grand Canyon | 20-12 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Nevada | 24-13 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Boise State | 20-12 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Colorado State | 21-13 | 4 | 11-9 |
| UNLV | 18-17 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Wyoming | 18-15 | 6 | 9-11 |
| Fresno State | 13-19 | 8 | 7-13 |
| San José State | 9-24 | 12 | 3-17 |
| Air Force | 3-29 | 15 | 0-20 |
Box score
| Stat | Fresno State Bulldogs | Air Force Falcons |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-60 | 23-59 |
| Field goal % | 47 | 39 |
| Three-pointers | 12-29 | 9-26 |
| Three-point % | 41 | 35 |
| Free throws | 11-17 | 7-10 |
| Free throw % | 65 | 70 |
| Rebounds | 38 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 30 | 28 |
| Assists | 15 | 13 |
| Steals | 10 | 6 |
| Blocks | 4 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 17 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 18 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 26 |
| Fouls | 18 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 22 | 2 |
| Lead changes | 10 | 10 |
| Time in front | 86 | 3 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half35-32Lucas Hobin makes driving layup
- 1st Half35-33Lucas Hobin makes free throw 1 of 1
- 1st Half36-33Zaon Collins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half36-35Justin Hinds makes layup (A.J. Patterson assists)
- 1st Half36-36Justin Hinds makes free throw 1 of 1
- 1st Half38-36David Douglas Jr. makes driving layup
- 1st Half39-36David Douglas Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
- 1st Half39-39Justin Hinds makes 23-foot three point jumper (Wesley Celichowski assists)
- 1st Half41-39Jake Heidbreder makes driving layup
- 1st Half44-39Aram Soqui Urbano makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jake Heidbreder assists)
- 2nd Half44-42Kam Sanders makes 27-foot three point jumper (Ethan Greenberg assists)
- 2nd Half46-42Jake Heidbreder makes driving layup
- 2nd Half49-42Jake Heidbreder makes 24-foot three point jumper (Wilson Jacques assists)
- 2nd Half51-42David Douglas Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half51-45Ethan Greenberg makes 26-foot three point jumper (Lucas Hobin assists)
- 2nd Half53-45DeShawn Gory makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half56-45Jake Heidbreder makes 24-foot three point jumper (Zaon Collins assists)
- 2nd Half58-45Zaon Collins makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half58-47Riley Dering makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half61-47David Douglas Jr. makes 22-foot three point jumper (Cameron Faas assists)
- 2nd Half62-47David Douglas Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-47Cameron Faas makes 25-foot three point jumper (Zaon Collins assists)
- 2nd Half65-48Ethan Greenberg makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-49Ethan Greenberg makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-49Cameron Faas makes 24-foot three point jumper (DeShawn Gory assists)
- 2nd Half70-49Wilson Jacques makes layup (Jake Heidbreder assists)
- 2nd Half71-49Wilson Jacques makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half71-50Kam Sanders makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-51Kam Sanders makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-53Riley Dering makes layup (Kam Sanders assists)
- 2nd Half73-53Wilson Jacques makes layup (Zaon Collins assists)
- 2nd Half74-53Bastien Rieber makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-53Bastien Rieber makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-55A.J. Patterson makes layup
- 2nd Half75-56A.J. Patterson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half77-56Zaon Collins makes layup (Wilson Jacques assists)
- 2nd Half77-59Elliott Taite makes 27-foot three point jumper (Kolby Gilles assists)
- 2nd Half77-62Elliott Taite makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half78-62Gasper Kocevar makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-62Gasper Kocevar makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Air Force Falcons, below favours Fresno State Bulldogs.
Venue
- Clune ArenaColorado Springs, CO
- Attendance1437
- OfficialsKevin Brill, Steve McJunkins, Blanca Burns
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