UC San Diego Triumphs Over Long Beach State 77-74
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · LionTree Arena
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Quick answers
Who won Long Beach State Beach vs UC San Diego Tritons?
UC San Diego Tritons beat Long Beach State Beach 77-74 at LionTree Arena on February 5, 2026.
Who was favored in Long Beach State Beach vs UC San Diego Tritons?
UC San Diego Tritons were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -750 (about 88% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup at the LionTree Arena, the UC San Diego Tritons edged out the Long Beach State Beach with a final score of 77-74. This victory not only adds to UC San Diego's home record but also continues their dominance over Long Beach State, marking their fourth consecutive win against them in head-to-head meetings, with previous victories this season including an 80-74 win on December 7, 2025, and a 70-63 win last March.
UC San Diego entered the game with a home record of 16-8 and had been struggling recently, holding a 4-6 record over their last ten games, including a three-game losing streak. Their average scoring during this stretch was 70.1 points per game, while they allowed an average of 71.8 points, indicating a slight defensive vulnerability. In contrast, Long Beach State, with a record of 8-16, had a more balanced recent form, going 5-5 in their last ten games, although they were on a four-game losing streak. The Beach averaged 78.2 points scored per game during this period but also allowed 73.9 points, showcasing their offensive capabilities despite their recent struggles.
The Tritons' performance at home has been less than stellar recently, with a home record of just 1-4 in their last five games, while Long Beach State has fared better away, with a 4-2 record in their last six away games prior to this matchup. The Tritons' scoring averages dipped to 66.8 points in their last five games, while Long Beach State's average was 72.4 points, reflecting their offensive potential.
The market, as reported by DraftKings, had UC San Diego favored with a spread of -10.5, indicating expectations for a comfortable win. The total points line was set at 144.5, with odds of -115.0 for the over and -105.0 for the under, suggesting a competitive scoring environment was anticipated.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams have had to navigate the challenges of player availability throughout the season, which can often impact performance.
The game was played under standard conditions for basketball, with both teams looking to capitalize on their strengths. UC San Diego's victory was marked by a series of crucial free throws in the closing moments of the game, including successful attempts by Hudson Mayes and Alex Chaikin, which ultimately secured the win for the Tritons.
As the final whistle blew, UC San Diego's win probability had reached 100%, confirming their hold on the game in the final moments. Fans and analysts alike will be looking closely at how both teams respond in their upcoming fixtures, particularly how Long Beach State can break their losing streak and how UC San Diego can build on this hard-fought victory.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UCSD -10.5 | 144.5 o -115 / u -105 | Long Beach State Beach +525 · UC San Diego Tritons -750 |
Leaders
- PointsBol Dengdit18UC San Diego Tritons
- AssistsHudson Mayes4UC San Diego Tritons
- ReboundsBol Dengdit12UC San Diego Tritons
- PointsShaquil Bender22Long Beach State Beach
- AssistsRob Diaz III5Long Beach State Beach
- ReboundsPetar Majstorovic8Long Beach State Beach
Recent form
UC San Diego Tritons
Last 10: 4-6Streak L370.1 scored · 71.8 allowed per game1-4 at home
- L64-81at Cal State Northridge MatadorsFeb 1
- L48-62vs UC Santa Barbara GauchosJan 30
- L59-61vs UC Irvine AnteatersJan 25
- W80-74at UC Davis AggiesJan 23
- W83-62at Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersJan 17
- L79-84vs Cal State Northridge MatadorsJan 16
- W69-66at UC Riverside HighlandersJan 11
- L71-88vs Cal State Fullerton TitansJan 9
- W83-73vs Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsJan 4
- L65-67at Cal Poly MustangsJan 2
Long Beach State Beach
Last 10: 5-5Streak L478.2 scored · 73.9 allowed per game1-3 away
- 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
- W74-66vs Cal Poly MustangsJan 4
- W113-66vs Lincoln (CA) OaklandersDec 31
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 | UC San Diego Tritons |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-54 | 24-55 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 7-19 | 8-21 |
| Three-point % | 37 | 38 |
| Free throws | 17-20 | 21-29 |
| Free throw % | 85 | 72 |
| Rebounds | 26 | 42 |
| Offensive rebounds | 1 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 30 |
| Assists | 14 | 14 |
| Steals | 11 | 7 |
| Blocks | 2 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 18 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 20 | 11 |
| Fast-break points | 17 | 17 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 32 |
| Fouls | 22 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 13 | 8 |
| Lead changes | 7 | 7 |
| Time in front | 52 | 32 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half45-47Leo Beath makes 7-foot floating jump shot (Alex Chaikin assists)
- 2nd Half46-47Petar Majstorovic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-47Rob Diaz III makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-47Shaquil Bender makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-50Alex Chaikin makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half52-50Petar Majstorovic makes 2-foot turnaround jump shot (Shaquil Bender assists)
- 2nd Half53-50Petar Majstorovic makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half53-52Bol Dengdit makes 1-foot dunk (Hudson Mayes assists)
- 2nd Half55-52Shay Johnson Jr. makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (Rob Diaz III assists)
- 2nd Half55-54Hudson Mayes makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-54Petar Majstorovic makes 10-foot floating jump shot (Isaiah Lewis assists)
- 2nd Half57-57Aidan Burke makes 27-foot three point jumper (Hudson Mayes assists)
- 2nd Half59-57Cole Farrell makes driving layup
- 2nd Half60-57Rob Diaz III makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half61-57Rob Diaz III makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half61-59Jaden Vance makes driving layup
- 2nd Half62-59Petar Majstorovic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-59Petar Majstorovic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-60Trap Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-61Trap Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-62Bol Dengdit makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-63Bol Dengdit makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-65Jaden Vance makes driving layup
- 2nd Half63-66Jaden Vance makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half65-66Petar Majstorovic makes driving layup
- 2nd Half66-66Petar Majstorovic makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half66-68Jaden Vance makes driving layup
- 2nd Half66-69Jaden Vance makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half68-69Petar Majstorovic makes layup (Rob Diaz III assists)
- 2nd Half70-69Rob Diaz III makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half70-71Bol Dengdit makes driving layup (Alex Chaikin assists)
- 2nd Half72-71Leopold Levillain makes layup
- 2nd Half73-71Cole Farrell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-71Cole Farrell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-72Bol Dengdit makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-73Bol Dengdit makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-74Hudson Mayes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-75Hudson Mayes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-76Alex Chaikin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-77Alex Chaikin makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours UC San Diego Tritons, below favours Long Beach State Beach.
Venue
- LionTree ArenaSan Diego, CA
- Attendance1867
- OfficialsD.J. Carstensen, Kelly Pfeifer, Kyle Luckie
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