NCAAB · Final

Hawai'i Tops Cal State Fullerton in Close Contest

Saturday, February 28, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Titan Gym

Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors 87, Cal State Fullerton Titans 85, 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 Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors vs Cal State Fullerton Titans?

Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors beat Cal State Fullerton Titans 87-85 at Titan Gym on February 28, 2026.

Who was favored in Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors vs Cal State Fullerton Titans?

Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -175 (about 64% implied). The favorite won.

In a thrilling matchup at Titan Gym, the Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors edged out the Cal State Fullerton Titans with a final score of 87-85. This game was notable not only for its close finish but also for the implications it held for both teams in the NCAAB landscape. The Titans, with a home record of 15-15, faced off against the Rainbow Warriors, who boasted a much stronger away record of 21-7. The stakes were high, and the atmosphere was electric as both teams sought to solidify their positions heading into the postseason.

Both teams entered the game with similar recent form, each sporting a record of 7-3 in their last ten games. The Titans had won their last two games, scoring an average of 79.7 points while allowing 78.1. Their recent performances included a narrow victory over UC Davis at home, where they won 93-92, and a solid win against Cal State Bakersfield, finishing 88-80. In contrast, the Rainbow Warriors also came in with momentum, having won their last two games as well, including a 77-73 victory against UC Davis and a 78-75 win over UC Santa Barbara. They averaged 80.3 points scored while allowing 76.7 in their last ten games.

At home, the Titans were particularly strong, holding a perfect 4-0 record in their last four home games. Their offensive output had been impressive, averaging 82.8 points in their last five games, though they also allowed an average of 81.2 points during that stretch. The Rainbow Warriors had a solid away record of 3-2 in their last five games, with an average of 75.8 points scored and 78.4 points allowed.

Historically, this matchup has favored Hawai'i, as the Titans have yet to secure a win against the Rainbow Warriors in their last three meetings. The previous encounters included a 95-86 loss at home for the Titans in January 2025 and a 69-59 defeat in December 2025. This trend added an extra layer of pressure for Cal State Fullerton, who were eager to break their losing streak against Hawai'i.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant player absences for either team, allowing both sides to field their strongest lineups. This was crucial in a tightly contested game where every possession counted. The betting market reflected the competitive nature of the fixture, with DraftKings setting the spread at HAW -3.5, indicating a close contest was expected. The total points over/under was set at 158.5, suggesting that both teams were anticipated to put up significant scores.

As the game unfolded, the conditions were conducive to a high-scoring affair, with both teams showcasing their offensive capabilities. The Titans managed to keep pace with the Rainbow Warriors throughout the contest, trading leads multiple times. Key moments in the second half included a series of free throws from Isaac Johnson and Dre Bullock, which helped Hawai'i maintain their slim lead. A pivotal three-point jumper from KJ Garris brought the Titans back into contention, but a late three-pointer from Bullock sealed the victory for the Rainbow Warriors.

Viewers were treated to a showcase of skill and determination, with both teams fighting hard for every point. The final score of 87-85 highlighted the competitive nature of the game, with the Titans falling just short in their quest for a crucial win. This result not only continued the Titans' struggles against Hawai'i but also reinforced the Rainbow Warriors' strong position as they head into the final stretch of the season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	HAW -3.5	158.5 o -108 / u -112	Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors -175 · Cal State Fullerton Titans +145

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Leaders

PointsJoshua Ward16Cal State Fullerton Titans
AssistsJoshua Ward8Cal State Fullerton Titans
ReboundsLandon Seaman5Cal State Fullerton Titans
PointsDre Bullock27Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors
AssistsHarry Rouhliadeff4Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors
ReboundsDre Bullock8Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors

Recent form

Cal State Fullerton Titans

Last 10: 7-3Streak W279.7 scored · 78.1 allowed per game4-0 at home

W88-80at Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersFeb 22
W93-92vs UC Davis AggiesFeb 20
L65-86at UC Irvine AnteatersFeb 15
W86-82at Long Beach State BeachFeb 13
W82-66vs Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersFeb 8
W78-72vs UC Riverside HighlandersFeb 6
L69-83at UC Santa Barbara GauchosFeb 1
W93-78at Cal Poly MustangsJan 25
W71-61vs Long Beach State BeachJan 23
L72-81at UC Riverside HighlandersJan 18

Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors

Last 10: 7-3Streak W280.3 scored · 76.7 allowed per game3-2 away

W77-73at UC Davis AggiesFeb 27
W78-75vs UC Santa Barbara GauchosFeb 22
L75-86vs Cal Poly MustangsFeb 20
L60-84at Cal State Northridge MatadorsFeb 15
W89-74at Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersFeb 13
W72-67vs UC San Diego TritonsFeb 8
W89-82at Long Beach State BeachJan 31
L76-87at UC Irvine AnteatersJan 30
W89-68vs Cal State Northridge MatadorsJan 25
W98-71vs Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersJan 23

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
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

Box score

Stat	Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors	Cal State Fullerton Titans
Field goals	28-59	28-60
Field goal %	47	47
Three-pointers	14-39	11-26
Three-point %	36	42
Free throws	17-20	18-26
Free throw %	85	69
Rebounds	37	33
Offensive rebounds	9	8
Defensive rebounds	28	25
Assists	21	18
Steals	5	8
Blocks	4	1
Turnovers	13	7
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	9	16
Fast-break points	10	21
Points in the paint	28	30
Fouls	21	22
Largest lead	5	9
Lead changes	15	15
Time in front	11	84

How the scoring went

2nd Half51-52Joshua Ward makes layup (Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro assists)
2nd Half53-52Isaiah Kerr makes driving layup (Yacine Toumi assists)
2nd Half53-54Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro makes layup
2nd Half53-56Jaden Henderson makes 5-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half55-56Dre Bullock makes driving layup
2nd Half55-59Bailey Nunn makes 28-foot three point jumper (Kendrick De Luna assists)
2nd Half55-61Jaden Henderson makes driving layup
2nd Half57-61Dre Bullock makes 1-foot dunk (Harry Rouhliadeff assists)
2nd Half57-63Jaden Henderson makes layup (Joshua Ward assists)
2nd Half58-63Isaac Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half59-63Isaac Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half59-66Landon Seaman makes 24-foot three point jumper (Joshua Ward assists)
2nd Half61-66Yacine Toumi makes layup (Harry Rouhliadeff assists)
2nd Half62-66Yacine Toumi makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half62-68Jaden Henderson makes 10-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half62-69Landon Seaman makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half62-70Landon Seaman makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half63-70Isaac Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half64-70Isaac Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half67-70Isaac Johnson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Kerr assists)
2nd Half67-73Bailey Nunn makes 24-foot three point jumper (Joshua Ward assists)
2nd Half68-73Isaac Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half69-73Isaac Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half69-74KJ Garris makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half70-74Isaac Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half70-77Christian Williams makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kendrick De Luna assists)
2nd Half70-79Joshua Ward makes driving layup
2nd Half71-79Harry Rouhliadeff makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half72-79Harry Rouhliadeff makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half75-79Dre Bullock makes 27-foot three point jumper
2nd Half78-79Isaac Johnson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Harry Rouhliadeff assists)
2nd Half80-79Isaac Johnson makes 6-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half81-79Isaac Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half82-79Isaac Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half83-79Dre Bullock makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half84-79Dre Bullock makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half84-81KJ Garris makes driving layup (Joshua Ward assists)
2nd Half84-82KJ Garris makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half84-85KJ Garris makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro assists)
2nd Half87-85Dre Bullock makes 26-foot three point jumper (Hunter Erickson assists)

Win probability

Above the line favours Cal State Fullerton Titans, below favours Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors.