Fresno State Dominates Long Beach State 82-62
Saturday, November 8, 2025, 5:00 PM ET · Save Mart Center
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Who won Long Beach State Beach vs Fresno State Bulldogs?
Fresno State Bulldogs beat Long Beach State Beach 82-62 at Save Mart Center on November 8, 2025.
In a decisive matchup at the Save Mart Center, the Fresno State Bulldogs secured a commanding victory over the Long Beach State Beach, finishing the game with a score of 82-62. This win marks a significant moment for Fresno State, improving their season record to 3-1, while Long Beach State remains winless at 0-3.
Fresno State entered the game with a home record of 2-1 and a recent form showing a mixed performance of 2 wins and 8 losses over their last 10 games, with an average of 66.5 points scored and 72.1 points allowed. Their last outing resulted in a narrow loss against the South Carolina Upstate Spartans, where they fell 66-67. However, they had previously achieved a strong victory against the Fresno Pacific Sunbirds, winning 88-51, indicating their potential to perform well at home.
On the other hand, Long Beach State struggled significantly, arriving at the game with an away record of 0-2 and a dismal streak of 10 consecutive losses, averaging 65.1 points scored and 74.9 points allowed in their last 10 games. Their most recent game ended in a heavy defeat to the San Diego State Aztecs, where they lost 45-77. The team has not been able to find their footing, particularly on the road, as they have also suffered 5 losses in their last 5 away games.
Historically, this matchup had seen Fresno State hold a slight edge, with a record of 1-0 against Long Beach State in their previous meeting during the current season, where Fresno State won 72-69 in an away game on November 23, 2024. This prior victory may have contributed to their confidence heading into the latest encounter.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the impact of player availability can often be crucial in determining game outcomes, particularly for teams struggling to find consistent performances.
The market had priced Fresno State as strong favorites, reflecting their home advantage and recent form. The Bulldogs' win probability was noted at 1.0, indicating a complete expectation of victory against the Beach.
Conditions during the game were not detailed in the block, but the atmosphere at the Save Mart Center likely provided a supportive environment for the Bulldogs, as home crowds can often influence team performance positively.
Viewers watching the game would have noted key scoring plays, particularly in the second half, where Jake Heidbreder and Isaiah Lewis contributed significantly to the scoreboard. Heidbreder made a layup followed by a free throw, while Lewis also added multiple free throws to extend the lead. Gavin Sykes also made notable contributions with a layup and jumper, showcasing the offensive depth of Fresno State.
Overall, the game highlighted Fresno State's ability to capitalize on their home court advantage and Long Beach State's ongoing struggles, setting the stage for both teams' trajectories as the season progresses.
Leaders
- PointsJake Heidbreder24Fresno State Bulldogs
- AssistsZaon Collins5Fresno State Bulldogs
- ReboundsWilson Jacques13Fresno State Bulldogs
- PointsGavin Sykes11Long Beach State Beach
- AssistsPetar Majstorovic2Long Beach State Beach
- ReboundsPetar Majstorovic6Long Beach State Beach
Recent form
Fresno State Bulldogs
Last 10: 2-8Streak L166.5 scored · 72.1 allowed per game2-3 at home
- L66-67vs South Carolina Upstate SpartansNov 6
- W88-51vs Fresno Pacific SunbirdsNov 4
- L71-86at Nevada Wolf PackMar 12
- L68-92at San José State SpartansMar 8
- W62-58vs Wyoming CowboysMar 5
- L61-66vs Boise State BroncosMar 2
- L69-72at Air Force FalconsFeb 22
- L60-83at San Diego State AztecsFeb 19
- L51-52vs UNLV RebelsFeb 16
- L69-94at Nevada Wolf PackFeb 11
Long Beach State Beach
Last 10: 0-10Streak L1065.1 scored · 74.9 allowed per game0-5 away
- L45-77at San Diego State AztecsNov 5
- L69-83vs Cal Poly MustangsMar 9
- L63-70at UC San Diego TritonsMar 7
- L60-70at UC Irvine AnteatersMar 2
- L87-88vs Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersFeb 28
- L56-58vs UC Santa Barbara GauchosFeb 23
- L66-87at UC Riverside HighlandersFeb 21
- L60-62at Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsFeb 14
- L80-81vs Cal State Northridge MatadorsFeb 9
- L65-73vs UC Davis AggiesFeb 7
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 |
Box score
| Stat | Long Beach State Beach | Fresno State Bulldogs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 20-53 | 26-52 |
| Field goal % | 38 | 50 |
| Three-pointers | 4-21 | 9-23 |
| Three-point % | 19 | 39 |
| Free throws | 18-23 | 21-28 |
| Free throw % | 78 | 75 |
| Rebounds | 26 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 18 | 28 |
| Assists | 7 | 14 |
| Steals | 4 | 9 |
| Blocks | 1 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 3 | 24 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 34 |
| Fouls | 24 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 26 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half34-51Leopold Levillain made Jumper.
- 2nd Half34-54Gasper Kocevar made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by DJ Stickman.
- 2nd Half35-54Isaiah Lewis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half36-54Isaiah Lewis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half36-57Bastien Rieber made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jake Heidbreder.
- 2nd Half36-58Jac Mani made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half36-59Jac Mani made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half37-59Isaiah Lewis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half38-59Rob Diaz III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half39-59Rob Diaz III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half39-60Zaon Collins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half39-61Zaon Collins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-61Shaquil Bender made Jumper.
- 2nd Half41-63Jake Heidbreder made Layup.
- 2nd Half41-66Jake Heidbreder made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Zaon Collins.
- 2nd Half43-66Rob Diaz III made Layup.
- 2nd Half43-68Wilson Jacques made Layup. Assisted by Makhan Diouf.
- 2nd Half46-68Rob Diaz III made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half46-69Wilson Jacques made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-70Wilson Jacques made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-70Shaquil Bender made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half51-70Shaquil Bender made Jumper.
- 2nd Half53-70Rob Diaz III made Layup.
- 2nd Half53-71Jake Heidbreder made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-72Jake Heidbreder made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-72Leopold Levillain made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-72Leopold Levillain made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-73Zaon Collins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-74Zaon Collins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-76Wilson Jacques made Jumper. Assisted by DJ Stickman.
- 2nd Half55-77Wilson Jacques made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-78Wilson Jacques made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-80Jake Heidbreder made Layup.
- 2nd Half55-81Jake Heidbreder made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-81Derrick Michael Xzavierro made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-81Isaiah Lewis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-81Isaiah Lewis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-82Makhan Diouf made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-82Gavin Sykes made Layup. Assisted by Isaiah Lewis.
- 2nd Half62-82Gavin Sykes made Jumper.
Win probability
Above the line favours Fresno State Bulldogs, below favours Long Beach State Beach.
Venue
- Save Mart CenterFresno, CA
- Attendance3133
- OfficialsVerne Harris, Tim Stewart, Alex Landis
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