NCAAB · Final

Cal State Bakersfield Dominates Mississippi Valley State 86-70

Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils1-6

Saturday, November 22, 2025, 4:00 PM ET · Icardo Center

Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners 86, Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils 70, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils vs Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners?

Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners beat Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils 86-70 at Icardo Center on November 22, 2025.

In a decisive matchup, the Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners defeated the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils with a final score of 86-70 at the Icardo Center. This victory marks a significant moment for the Roadrunners, who improved their home record to 4-1, while the Delta Devils continued to struggle, falling to 1-7 on the season.

Cal State Bakersfield entered the game with a mixed record of 3-3 overall and had been experiencing a rough patch, losing their last two games against Portland State and Ole Miss. Despite this, their overall form showed a slight upward trend with a scoring average of 72.3 points per game, although they also allowed an average of 77.4 points. In their last five games, they recorded a 2-3 record with an average of 71.4 points scored and 76.2 points allowed.

On the other hand, Mississippi Valley State faced a challenging season, coming into the game with a dismal record of 1-6. Their recent form was even more concerning, as they had lost their last four games, scoring an average of 65.6 points while allowing 80.9 points. Their last five games yielded a record of 1-4, with an average of 72.2 points scored and 83.6 points allowed. The Delta Devils struggled particularly on the road, with an away record of 0-5.

The match began with both teams looking to establish their rhythm, but it quickly became apparent that the Roadrunners were in control. They utilized their home-court advantage effectively, showcasing a strong offensive performance. The scoring plays highlighted a series of successful free throws and key baskets that allowed Bakersfield to maintain a comfortable lead throughout the game.

The Roadrunners' scoring was bolstered by contributions from various players, with CJ Hardy making significant free throws in the second half, helping to extend the lead. The final quarter saw Bakersfield pull away decisively, with Hardy also hitting a three-point jumper that further solidified their dominance. As the game progressed, the Delta Devils struggled to keep pace, unable to mount a comeback despite some late scoring attempts.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide any specific details, but both teams have faced challenges this season that may have affected their performances. The absence of key players can often shift the dynamics of a game, and it would be worth monitoring how these factors play out in future matchups.

As for the betting market, the home win probability for Cal State Bakersfield was reported at 1.0, indicating strong confidence in their ability to secure the victory against Mississippi Valley State. This level of certainty reflects the Roadrunners' performance and the Delta Devils' struggles this season.

The conditions at the Icardo Center were conducive to a home advantage, with the crowd likely playing a role in energizing the Roadrunners. The atmosphere was charged as Bakersfield fans cheered their team to victory, highlighting the importance of home support in college basketball.

Overall, the game served as a reminder of the challenges faced by Mississippi Valley State this season, while Cal State Bakersfield demonstrated their potential to bounce back from recent setbacks. The Roadrunners will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming fixtures, while the Delta Devils will need to reassess their strategies to improve their performance moving forward.

Leaders

PointsDailin Smith23Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
AssistsCJ Hardy3Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
ReboundsRonald Jessamy11Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
PointsDaniel Mayfield22Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
AssistsMichael James2Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
ReboundsDaniel Mayfield10Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils

Recent form

Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners

Last 10: 4-6Streak L272.3 scored · 77.4 allowed per game3-1 at home

L80-93at Portland State VikingsNov 18
L60-82at Ole Miss RebelsNov 15
W74-58vs Western Illinois LeathernecksNov 12
W83-61vs Whittier PoetsNov 6
L60-87at California Golden BearsNov 4
L66-71at UC Santa Barbara GauchosMar 13
W76-64vs Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsMar 7
L72-98at Cal Poly MustangsMar 1
W88-87at Long Beach State BeachFeb 28
L64-73vs UC Irvine AnteatersFeb 23

Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils

Last 10: 1-9Streak L465.6 scored · 80.9 allowed per game0-5 away

L73-80at Manhattan JaspersNov 16
L75-81vs Utah Tech TrailblazersNov 15
L56-88at Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsNov 13
L60-108at Murray State RacersNov 8
W97-61vs Mississippi U for Women OwlsNov 6
L55-106at UAB BlazersNov 4
L62-66vs Jackson State TigersMar 8
L64-72vs Alcorn State BravesMar 7
L58-83vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsMar 2
L56-64at Prairie View A&M PanthersFeb 25

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Bethune-Cookman	17-15	-	14-4
Southern	17-17	3	11-7
Florida A&M	15-16	3	11-7
Alabama A&M	18-15	4	10-8
Arkansas-Pine Bluff	13-19	4	10-8
Texas Southern	12-18	4	10-8
Jackson State	12-21	4	10-8
Prairie View A&M	19-18	5	9-9
Grambling	14-19	7	7-11
Alabama State	10-22	7	7-11
Alcorn State	9-23	7	7-11
Mississippi Valley State	3-30	12	2-16
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	Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils	Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
Field goals	25-58	25-60
Field goal %	43	42
Three-pointers	2-10	7-25
Three-point %	20	28
Free throws	18-29	29-42
Free throw %	62	69
Rebounds	34	45
Offensive rebounds	8	16
Defensive rebounds	26	29
Assists	9	12
Steals	5	8
Blocks	2	3
Turnovers	12	10
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	2	0
Technical fouls, total	2	0
Flagrant fouls	0	2
Points off turnovers	7	19
Fast-break points	13	14
Points in the paint	30	28
Fouls	27	25
Largest lead	7	24

How the scoring went

2nd Half36-57Patrick Punch made Free Throw.
2nd Half36-60Mike Price made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kadar Waller.
2nd Half38-60Samuel Murray made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half39-60Patrick Punch made Free Throw.
2nd Half39-62Mike Price made Layup. Assisted by Ronald Jessamy.
2nd Half41-62Samuel Murray made Dunk. Assisted by Michael James.
2nd Half42-62Samuel Murray made Free Throw.
2nd Half42-63AJ George made Free Throw.
2nd Half42-65Ronald Jessamy made Layup.
2nd Half44-65Michael James made Jumper.
2nd Half44-67Mike Price made Layup. Assisted by Ronald Jessamy.
2nd Half46-67Michael James made Jumper.
2nd Half48-67Daniel Mayfield made Layup.
2nd Half49-67Michael James made Free Throw.
2nd Half50-67Michael James made Free Throw.
2nd Half50-68Dailin Smith made Free Throw.
2nd Half52-68Daniel Mayfield made Layup.
2nd Half52-69Jaden Alexander made Free Throw.
2nd Half52-70Jaden Alexander made Free Throw.
2nd Half54-70Daniel Mayfield made Jumper.
2nd Half56-70Michael James made Jumper.
2nd Half57-70Daniel Mayfield made Free Throw.
2nd Half58-70Daniel Mayfield made Free Throw.
2nd Half60-70Daniel Mayfield made Layup.
2nd Half60-73Mike Price made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ronald Jessamy.
2nd Half61-73Michael James made Free Throw.
2nd Half62-73Michael James made Free Throw.
2nd Half65-73Michael James made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by X'Zaevion Barnett.
2nd Half66-73X'Zaevion Barnett made Free Throw.
2nd Half66-76Dailin Smith made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by CJ Hardy.
2nd Half67-76Michael James made Free Throw.
2nd Half68-76Michael James made Free Throw.
2nd Half68-77CJ Hardy made Free Throw.
2nd Half68-78CJ Hardy made Free Throw.
2nd Half68-79AJ George made Free Throw.
2nd Half68-81Mike Price made Layup.
2nd Half68-84CJ Hardy made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half70-84Michael James made Jumper.
2nd Half70-85Kadar Waller made Free Throw.
2nd Half70-86Kadar Waller made Free Throw.

Win probability

Above the line favours Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners, below favours Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils.