NCAAB · Final

Santa Clara Dominates Louisiana in 80-43 Victory

Friday, November 21, 2025, 10:00 PM ET · Leavey Center

Santa Clara Broncos 80, Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns 43, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns vs Santa Clara Broncos?

Santa Clara Broncos beat Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns 80-43 at Leavey Center on November 21, 2025.

In a commanding performance, the Santa Clara Broncos triumphed over the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns with a decisive score of 80-43 at the Leavey Center. This game showcased the stark contrast in the teams' recent forms, with Santa Clara boasting a home record of 6-0 and an impressive overall record of 8-2 in their last ten games, while Louisiana struggled with a record of 1-5 on the road and 3-7 overall in their last ten.

The Broncos entered the game on a five-game winning streak, averaging 84.5 points per game while allowing 70.5. Their recent victories included a solid win against Idaho State Bengals (64-55) and a high-scoring affair against Nevada Wolf Pack (98-83). In contrast, the Ragin' Cajuns faced difficulties, having lost their last three games, including a heavy defeat to Stanford Cardinal (66-93) and another loss to McNeese Cowboys (62-88). Louisiana's scoring average of 60.2 points per game, coupled with an average of 71.8 points allowed, highlighted their struggles this season.

The game was characterized by Santa Clara's dominant offensive play. The Broncos quickly established control, leading the scoring and maintaining pressure on the Ragin' Cajuns throughout the match. With a home record of 5-2 in their last seven games, Santa Clara's performance at home has been formidable, while Louisiana's away record of 1-5 reflects their challenges on the road.

In terms of previous meetings, this fixture was notable for Santa Clara's ability to capitalize on their home advantage. The Broncos have shown a consistent ability to perform well at the Leavey Center, and this game was no exception. The Ragin' Cajuns, on the other hand, have struggled in similar matchups, which was evident in their inability to keep pace with the Broncos.

Injury reports indicated that both teams were relatively healthy, allowing for a full-strength showdown. This factor contributed to the competitive nature of the game, although the disparity in performance levels between the two teams was apparent.

The market had priced Santa Clara as heavy favorites, reflecting their strong home form and the Ragin' Cajuns' recent struggles. The odds indicated a high probability of a Broncos victory, which ultimately proved accurate as they secured a comprehensive win.

Conditions during the game were favorable for basketball, with a well-maintained court and a supportive crowd that energized the Broncos. Fans witnessed a series of scoring plays that highlighted Santa Clara's offensive prowess, including notable contributions from players like KJ Cochran and Brendan Yarusso, who both made significant three-point shots in the second half.

As the game progressed, viewers could observe Santa Clara's strategy of aggressive offense and tight defense, which stifled Louisiana's attempts to mount a comeback. The Ragin' Cajuns struggled to find their rhythm, and their scoring was limited, culminating in a disappointing performance.

Overall, this matchup underscored the current disparity between the two programs, with Santa Clara firmly establishing themselves as a formidable contender while Louisiana continues to seek answers to their struggles. The Broncos' ability to maintain their winning streak at home will be crucial as they move forward in the season.

Leaders

PointsChristian Hammond19Santa Clara Broncos
AssistsSash Gavalyugov5Santa Clara Broncos
ReboundsJake Ensminger11Santa Clara Broncos
PointsDorian Finister16Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns
AssistsJoshua Lewis2Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns
ReboundsDorian Finister5Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns

Recent form

Santa Clara Broncos

Last 10: 8-2Streak W584.5 scored · 70.5 allowed per game5-2 at home

W64-55vs Idaho State BengalsNov 19
W98-83vs Nevada Wolf PackNov 16
W87-68at Xavier MusketeersNov 11
W79-67vs McNeese CowboysNov 8
W83-53vs Cal Poly Humboldt LumberjacksNov 5
L76-78vs Pepperdine WavesMar 10
W97-66at Pacific TigersMar 2
L76-95vs Gonzaga BulldogsFeb 26
W109-79at Washington State CougarsFeb 22
W76-61vs Loyola Marymount LionsFeb 21

Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns

Last 10: 3-7Streak L360.2 scored · 71.8 allowed per game1-5 away

L66-93at Stanford CardinalNov 19
L62-88at McNeese CowboysNov 15
L62-66vs Tulane Green WaveNov 12
W58-52vs SE Louisiana LionsNov 8
L64-75at Ball State CardinalsNov 4
L49-67at Old Dominion MonarchsMar 6
W73-69vs UL Monroe WarhawksMar 5
L42-65at South Alabama JaguarsMar 1
L64-83vs Arkansas State Red WolvesFeb 27
W62-60at Southern Miss Golden EaglesFeb 23

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Troy	22-12	-	12-6
South Alabama	21-12	1	11-7
Arkansas State	20-12	1	11-7
Texas State	19-13	1	11-7
Marshall	19-13	1	11-7
Coastal Carolina	19-13	1	11-7
App State	19-13	1	11-7
James Madison	18-15	3	9-9
Southern Miss	19-16	3	9-9
Georgia Southern	21-16	4	8-10
Old Dominion	12-21	5	7-11
Louisiana	11-22	5	7-11
Georgia State	10-22	5	7-11
UL Monroe	4-28	11	1-17
Gonzaga	31-4	-	16-2
Saint Mary's	27-6	-	16-2
Santa Clara	26-9	1	15-3
Oregon State	17-16	7	9-9
Seattle U	21-14	8	8-10
Pacific	18-15	8	8-10
San Francisco	17-16	8	8-10
Washington State	12-20	9	7-11
Loyola Marymount	15-17	10	6-12
Portland	15-19	10	6-12
San Diego	12-21	11	5-13
Pepperdine	9-23	12	4-14

Box score

Stat	Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns	Santa Clara Broncos
Field goals	11-44	30-72
Field goal %	25	42
Three-pointers	1-9	8-34
Three-point %	11	24
Free throws	20-25	12-19
Free throw %	80	63
Rebounds	30	45
Offensive rebounds	9	21
Defensive rebounds	21	24
Assists	4	20
Steals	5	7
Blocks	2	7
Turnovers	18	8
Team turnovers	3	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	8	26
Fast-break points	15	19
Points in the paint	18	44
Fouls	19	21
Largest lead	0	37

How the scoring went

2nd Half19-38Dorian Finister made Layup.
2nd Half20-38Dorian Finister made Free Throw.
2nd Half20-41Christian Hammond made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Brenton Knapper.
2nd Half21-41Jeremiah Evans made Free Throw.
2nd Half22-41Jeremiah Evans made Free Throw.
2nd Half22-44Christian Hammond made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jake Ensminger.
2nd Half23-44Dariyus Woodson made Free Throw.
2nd Half24-44Dariyus Woodson made Free Throw.
2nd Half25-44Dariyus Woodson made Free Throw.
2nd Half26-44Dariyus Woodson made Free Throw.
2nd Half26-47Christian Hammond made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Sash Gavalyugov.
2nd Half26-48Allen Graves made Free Throw.
2nd Half26-49Allen Graves made Free Throw.
2nd Half26-51KJ Cochran made Layup.
2nd Half26-53Allen Graves made Dunk. Assisted by Sash Gavalyugov.
2nd Half28-53Milan Mejia made Layup. Assisted by Joshua Lewis.
2nd Half28-55Brenton Knapper made Jumper.
2nd Half28-56Brenton Knapper made Free Throw.
2nd Half28-58Bukky Oboye made Layup. Assisted by Christian Hammond.
2nd Half28-59Bukky Oboye made Free Throw.
2nd Half28-61Jake Ensminger made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half28-63Bukky Oboye made Dunk. Assisted by Christian Hammond.
2nd Half31-63Milan Mejia made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Joshua Lewis.
2nd Half32-63Joshua Lewis made Free Throw.
2nd Half33-63Joshua Lewis made Free Throw.
2nd Half33-65Christian Hammond made Layup. Assisted by Jake Ensminger.
2nd Half33-67Elijah Mahi made Layup.
2nd Half33-69Christian Hammond made Layup. Assisted by Sash Gavalyugov.
2nd Half35-69Dorian Finister made Layup.
2nd Half36-69De'Vion Lavergne made Free Throw.
2nd Half37-69De'Vion Lavergne made Free Throw.
2nd Half39-69Jeremiah Evans made Layup. Assisted by De'Vion Lavergne.
2nd Half40-69Jeremiah Evans made Free Throw.
2nd Half40-72Allen Graves made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Sash Gavalyugov.
2nd Half41-72Dorian Finister made Free Throw.
2nd Half41-74KJ Cochran made Layup. Assisted by Francis Chukwudebelu.
2nd Half42-74Jeremiah Evans made Free Throw.
2nd Half43-74Jeremiah Evans made Free Throw.
2nd Half43-77KJ Cochran made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Thierry Darlan.
2nd Half43-80Brendan Yarusso made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Francis Chukwudebelu.

Win probability

Above the line favours Santa Clara Broncos, below favours Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns.