Grand Canyon Lopes Dominate Fresno State Bulldogs 85-60
Saturday, March 7, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Global Credit Union Arena
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Who won Fresno State Bulldogs vs Grand Canyon Lopes?
Grand Canyon Lopes beat Fresno State Bulldogs 85-60 at Global Credit Union Arena on March 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Fresno State Bulldogs vs Grand Canyon Lopes?
Grand Canyon Lopes were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -950 (about 90% implied). The favorite won.
In a commanding performance, the Grand Canyon Lopes defeated the Fresno State Bulldogs 85-60 at the Global Credit Union Arena. This matchup highlighted the Lopes' strong season, finishing with a home record of 20-11, while the Bulldogs ended with a disappointing 13-18 record. The Lopes entered the game with a recent form of 6-4 over their last ten games, currently on a one-game winning streak after their victory against Air Force on March 4, where they won decisively with a score of 86-60. They averaged 77.6 points scored and allowed 68.9 points during this stretch.
In contrast, the Bulldogs had a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, also on a one-game winning streak following a victory against San José State on March 4, where they won 82-68. However, their scoring average was slightly lower at 77.2, while they allowed 76.4 points per game. The Lopes have shown resilience at home with a record of 3-2 in their last five home games, while the Bulldogs struggled on the road with a 1-4 record in their last five away games.
The Lopes and Bulldogs had previously met earlier in the season on January 25, 2026, where the Lopes secured a victory with a score of 68-57. This latest win solidified the Lopes' dominance in head-to-head matchups this season, improving their record against the Bulldogs to 2-0.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the absence of key players can often influence the dynamics of such matchups. The Lopes were favored heavily in the betting market, with DraftKings listing them at -12.5 on the spread, indicating strong confidence in their ability to win by a significant margin. The moneyline odds were set at -950 for the Lopes and +625 for the Bulldogs, further emphasizing the Lopes' expected dominance.
The total for the game was set at 149.5, with over odds at -108 and under odds at -112, suggesting a balanced expectation for scoring. The game conditions were not detailed in the block, but the Lopes' home court advantage is often a factor in their performance.
Throughout the game, viewers witnessed a series of scoring plays that showcased the Lopes' offensive prowess. Notable moments included Dennis Evans making multiple free throws and dunks, contributing significantly to the Lopes' score. The Bulldogs, while they managed to score 60 points, struggled to keep pace with the Lopes, who consistently found ways to extend their lead.
Overall, the match served as a testament to the Lopes' capabilities as they prepare for the next stages of their season, while the Bulldogs will need to regroup and address their challenges moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | GCU -12.5 | 149.5 o -108 / u -112 | Fresno State Bulldogs +625 · Grand Canyon Lopes -950 |
Leaders
- PointsBrian Moore Jr.18Grand Canyon Lopes
- AssistsBrian Moore Jr.5Grand Canyon Lopes
- ReboundsEfe Demirel7Grand Canyon Lopes
- PointsWilson Jacques15Fresno State Bulldogs
- AssistsJake Heidbreder4Fresno State Bulldogs
- ReboundsDeShawn Gory9Fresno State Bulldogs
Recent form
Grand Canyon Lopes
Last 10: 6-4Streak W177.6 scored · 68.9 allowed per game3-2 at home
- W86-60at Air Force FalconsMar 4
- L69-74at Utah State AggiesMar 1
- W80-67vs UNLV RebelsFeb 26
- L65-70vs Wyoming CowboysFeb 22
- W73-63at San Diego State AztecsFeb 18
- W94-79at San José State SpartansFeb 14
- L64-70vs New Mexico LobosFeb 12
- L78-80at UNLV RebelsFeb 7
- W81-57vs Air Force FalconsFeb 4
- W86-69vs Boise State BroncosJan 31
Fresno State Bulldogs
Last 10: 4-6Streak W177.2 scored · 76.4 allowed per game1-4 away
- W82-68vs San José State SpartansMar 4
- L53-69vs Boise State BroncosMar 1
- L70-74at Colorado State RamsFeb 25
- L78-80vs New Mexico LobosFeb 22
- L82-92at Wyoming CowboysFeb 18
- W93-63vs Air Force FalconsFeb 14
- L78-91at Utah State AggiesFeb 11
- L59-69at Nevada Wolf PackFeb 8
- W98-96vs UNLV RebelsFeb 4
- W79-62at Air Force FalconsJan 31
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 | Grand Canyon Lopes |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-60 | 32-65 |
| Field goal % | 37 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 5-23 | 11-29 |
| Three-point % | 22 | 38 |
| Free throws | 11-15 | 10-11 |
| Free throw % | 73 | 91 |
| Rebounds | 29 | 39 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 30 |
| Assists | 7 | 23 |
| Steals | 3 | 13 |
| Blocks | 3 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 18 |
| Fast-break points | 3 | 16 |
| Points in the paint | 22 | 36 |
| Fouls | 15 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 5 | 28 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 16 | 76 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half31-46DeShawn Gory makes 10-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half31-48Brian Moore Jr. makes 5-foot floating jump shot (Jaden Henley assists)
- 2nd Half31-50Brian Moore Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half33-50Wilson Jacques makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half33-52Brian Moore Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half33-54Efe Demirel makes layup (Nana Owusu-Anane assists)
- 2nd Half35-54Wilson Jacques makes 3-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half36-54Wilson Jacques makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half36-55Nana Owusu-Anane makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half36-56Nana Owusu-Anane makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half38-56Cameron Faas makes layup
- 2nd Half38-57Caleb Shaw makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half38-58Caleb Shaw makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half40-58DeShawn Gory makes 7-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half40-61Dusty Stromer makes 24-foot three point jumper (Makaih Williams assists)
- 2nd Half42-61Jake Heidbreder makes layup
- 2nd Half45-61Jake Heidbreder makes 23-foot three point jumper (DeShawn Gory assists)
- 2nd Half45-63Nana Owusu-Anane makes 3-foot dunk (Brian Moore Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half45-65Efe Demirel makes 1-foot dunk (Jaden Henley assists)
- 2nd Half47-65Wilson Jacques makes 18-foot jumper (Jake Heidbreder assists)
- 2nd Half47-68Nana Owusu-Anane makes 24-foot three point jumper (Brian Moore Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half47-70Dennis Evans makes 4-foot alley oop dunk
- 2nd Half47-72Jaden Henley makes layup
- 2nd Half47-75Dusty Stromer makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jaden Henley assists)
- 2nd Half49-75DeShawn Gory makes 7-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half49-77Evan Boisdur makes layup
- 2nd Half50-77Bastien Rieber makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-77Bastien Rieber makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-78Dusty Stromer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-79Dusty Stromer makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-79Makhan Diouf makes layup
- 2nd Half54-79Makhan Diouf makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half54-80Dennis Evans makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-81Dennis Evans makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-81DeShawn Gory makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-83Dennis Evans makes 3-foot dunk (Caleb Shaw assists)
- 2nd Half56-83Makhan Diouf makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-83Makhan Diouf makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-85Dennis Evans makes 1-foot dunk (Caleb Shaw assists)
- 2nd Half60-85Makhan Diouf makes 23-foot three point jumper (Aram Soqui Urbano assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Grand Canyon Lopes, below favours Fresno State Bulldogs.
Venue
- Global Credit Union ArenaPhoenix, AZ
- Attendance7233
- OfficialsAmy Bonner, Jim Bruno, Chad Barlow
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