UC Davis Dominates Long Beach State 71-54
Saturday, February 14, 2026, 5:00 PM ET · University Credit Union Center
UC Davis Aggies 71, Long Beach State Beach 54, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Long Beach State Beach vs UC Davis Aggies?
UC Davis Aggies beat Long Beach State Beach 71-54 at University Credit Union Center on February 14, 2026.
Who was favored in Long Beach State Beach vs UC Davis Aggies?
UC Davis Aggies were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -218 (about 69% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup at the University Credit Union Center, the UC Davis Aggies secured a commanding victory over the Long Beach State Beach, finishing the game with a score of 71-54. This win is particularly significant for UC Davis, who improved their home record to 6-4 in their last ten games, while Long Beach State continued to struggle, extending their losing streak to six games.
UC Davis entered the game with a record of 16-10, showcasing a solid performance at home. Their recent form includes a mixed bag of results, with their last ten games yielding a 6-4 record. However, they faced a setback in their previous outing, losing 51-68 to the UC San Diego Tritons. In contrast, Long Beach State, with a record of 8-18, has been on a downward spiral, with their last ten games resulting in just three wins against seven losses. Their latest game also ended in defeat, falling 82-86 to the Cal State Fullerton Titans.
The Aggies have been averaging 73.6 points scored per game while allowing 73.8 over their last ten, indicating a competitive offensive output but also some defensive vulnerabilities. In their last five games, they averaged 72.2 points scored and allowed 73.4 points. Long Beach State, on the other hand, has averaged 75.1 points scored but has allowed 77.0 points during the same stretch, highlighting their defensive struggles, particularly in recent games where they have averaged just 74.0 points scored while allowing 79.4.
When considering home and away performances, UC Davis has a strong home record of 11-3, while Long Beach State has struggled on the road, with a 1-4 record in their last five away games. This disparity in home and away performance likely contributed to UC Davis's victory.
In terms of previous meetings, this matchup was the third encounter between the two teams in the current season, with both teams having won one game each prior to this contest. In their earlier meetings, Long Beach State won 84-73 at UC Davis, while UC Davis triumphed 73-65 in their previous matchup at Long Beach State.
Injuries did not appear to significantly impact either team for this game, allowing both squads to field their regular lineups. The betting market reflected UC Davis as the favorites, with DraftKings listing them at -4.5 on the spread and a moneyline of -218, while Long Beach State was positioned at +180.
The game conditions were favorable for both teams, with no significant weather or external factors influencing play. Fans were treated to a competitive atmosphere, and the Aggies capitalized on their home court advantage.
As the game progressed, UC Davis showcased their offensive prowess, particularly through Marcus Wilson, who made several key plays, including multiple layups and a notable 27-foot three-point jumper that helped to extend their lead. The Aggies maintained control throughout the second half, with a series of scoring plays that kept Long Beach State at bay.
Overall, UC Davis's performance was marked by effective scoring and a solid defensive effort, culminating in a final score of 71-54. This victory not only boosts their confidence as they move forward in the season but also highlights the challenges facing Long Beach State as they seek to turn their fortunes around.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UCD -4.5 | 149.5 o -110 / u -110 | Long Beach State Beach +180 · UC Davis Aggies -218 |
Leaders
- PointsMarcus Wilson18UC Davis Aggies
- AssistsMarcus Wilson6UC Davis Aggies
- ReboundsNiko Rocak10UC Davis Aggies
- PointsGavin Sykes18Long Beach State Beach
- AssistsIsaiah Lewis3Long Beach State Beach
- ReboundsLeopold Levillain6Long Beach State Beach
Recent form
UC Davis Aggies
Last 10: 6-4Streak L173.6 scored · 73.8 allowed per game5-1 at home
- L51-68at UC San Diego TritonsFeb 13
- W67-58vs Cal Poly MustangsFeb 7
- W85-75vs UC Santa Barbara GauchosFeb 6
- W80-72at Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersJan 31
- L78-94at Cal State Northridge MatadorsJan 30
- W74-66vs UC Riverside HighlandersJan 24
- L74-80vs UC San Diego TritonsJan 23
- W75-72vs UC Irvine AnteatersJan 17
- W74-69vs Cal State Fullerton TitansJan 16
- L78-84at Cal Poly MustangsJan 10
Long Beach State Beach
Last 10: 3-7Streak L675.1 scored · 77 allowed per game1-4 away
- L82-86vs Cal State Fullerton TitansFeb 13
- L74-77at UC San Diego TritonsFeb 6
- L82-89vs Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsJan 31
- L61-71at UC Riverside HighlandersJan 30
- L71-74vs UC Santa Barbara GauchosJan 25
- L61-71at Cal State Fullerton TitansJan 23
- W87-80at Cal State Northridge MatadorsJan 18
- W88-73vs UC Riverside HighlandersJan 16
- W81-75vs Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersJan 11
- L64-74at UC Irvine AnteatersJan 9
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 |
| 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 | Long Beach State Beach | UC Davis Aggies |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-58 | 27-57 |
| Field goal % | 36 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 3-14 | 8-24 |
| Three-point % | 21 | 33 |
| Free throws | 9-13 | 9-10 |
| Free throw % | 69 | 90 |
| Rebounds | 26 | 34 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 17 | 27 |
| Assists | 9 | 17 |
| Steals | 8 | 8 |
| Blocks | 2 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 8 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 36 |
| Fouls | 12 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 20 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 98 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half23-35Gavin Sykes makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 1st Half23-37Jalen Stokes makes layup (Marcus Wilson assists)
- 1st Half23-39Marcus Wilson makes layup (Connor Sevilla assists)
- 1st Half24-39Petar Majstorovic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half25-39Petar Majstorovic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half25-40Connor Sevilla makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half25-41Connor Sevilla makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half27-41Isaiah Lewis makes 19-foot jumper
- 2nd Half27-42Niko Rocak makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half27-45Niko Rocak makes 25-foot three point jumper (Marcus Wilson assists)
- 2nd Half27-47Jalen Stokes makes layup (Marcus Wilson assists)
- 2nd Half29-47Leopold Levillain makes 15-foot floating jump shot (Cole Farrell assists)
- 2nd Half29-49Marcus Wilson makes 6-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half31-49Gavin Sykes makes layup (Rob Diaz III assists)
- 2nd Half32-49Gavin Sykes makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half34-49Leopold Levillain makes 5-foot jumper (Petar Majstorovic assists)
- 2nd Half35-49Cole Farrell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half35-51Isaiah Chappell makes layup (Marcus Wilson assists)
- 2nd Half35-53Omer Suljanovic makes layup (Brayden Fagbemi assists)
- 2nd Half37-53Petar Majstorovic makes 11-foot jumper
- 2nd Half37-55Connor Sevilla makes layup (Brayden Fagbemi assists)
- 2nd Half39-55Gavin Sykes makes layup (Isaiah Lewis assists)
- 2nd Half40-55Gavin Sykes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-55Gavin Sykes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-55Isaiah Lewis makes layup
- 2nd Half43-57Nils Cooper makes layup
- 2nd Half43-58Omer Suljanovic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-59Omer Suljanovic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-59Isaiah Lewis makes layup
- 2nd Half47-59Isaiah Lewis makes layup
- 2nd Half48-59Dallas Washington makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-62Niko Rocak makes 25-foot three point jumper (Brayden Fagbemi assists)
- 2nd Half50-62Petar Majstorovic makes layup (Leopold Levillain assists)
- 2nd Half50-64Marcus Wilson makes layup
- 2nd Half50-66Marcus Wilson makes layup
- 2nd Half52-66Rob Diaz III makes layup
- 2nd Half52-69Marcus Wilson makes 27-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half54-69Cole Farrell makes 11-foot jumper
- 2nd Half54-70Marcus Wilson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-71Marcus Wilson makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours UC Davis Aggies, below favours Long Beach State Beach.
Venue
- University Credit Union CenterDavis, CA
- Attendance1317
- OfficialsWilson Holland, Casey McClellan, Layne Barney
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