NCAAB · Final

Cal State Bakersfield Dominates Nobel Knights 97-66

Thursday, December 18, 2025, 9:30 PM ET · Icardo Center

Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners 97, Nobel Knights 66, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Nobel Knights vs Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners?

Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners beat Nobel Knights 97-66 at Icardo Center on December 18, 2025.

In a commanding display, the Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners triumphed over the Nobel Knights with a final score of 97-66 at the Icardo Center. This victory marked a significant turnaround for the Roadrunners, who had been struggling with a four-game losing streak prior to this match. The win improves their record to 5-8, while the Knights remain winless in their last eight games, falling to 0-8.

Cal State Bakersfield's recent form had been concerning, with a record of 3-7 over their last ten games. They averaged 71.6 points scored per game but allowed a troubling 80.9 points. Their last five games reflected an even tougher stretch, where they managed to score an average of 71.4 points while conceding 83.4. The Roadrunners' home record stands at 2-2, while they have struggled on the road with a 1-5 record.

In contrast, the Nobel Knights have faced a particularly challenging season, having lost all eight of their last games. They averaged a mere 55.2 points scored per game while allowing a staggering 94.0 points. Their last five games showed an average scoring of 54.8 points and an average of 92.4 points allowed. The Knights have yet to secure a victory on the road, holding an 0-8 away record.

The matchup was notable not only for the teams' current struggles but also for the significant disparity in their recent performances. The Roadrunners, despite their own challenges, were expected to dominate given the Knights' ongoing difficulties. The betting market reflected this expectation, pricing the Roadrunners with a 1.0 probability of winning, indicating a strong belief in their ability to secure the victory.

Throughout the game, the Roadrunners showcased their offensive prowess, particularly in the second half. Key plays included a dunk by Dylan Purnell and a series of free throws by Kadar Waller, who contributed significantly to the scoring surge that solidified their lead. The Knights, meanwhile, were unable to mount a successful comeback, with their scoring efforts falling short against Bakersfield's relentless offense.

The conditions in the Icardo Center appeared favorable for the Roadrunners, who capitalized on their home court advantage. Fans witnessed a high-energy performance that contrasted sharply with the Knights' struggles, making for an engaging spectacle. As the game progressed, it became clear that the Roadrunners were in control, and they executed their game plan effectively to secure a decisive victory.

For viewers, the standout performances from Bakersfield were evident, particularly in their ability to convert opportunities and maintain pressure on the Knights' defense. The Roadrunners' ability to score efficiently while limiting the Knights' offensive options was a key factor in the game's outcome. This match serves as a potential turning point for Cal State Bakersfield as they look to build on this momentum moving forward, while the Nobel Knights will need to regroup and reassess their strategy as they continue to seek their first win of the season.

Leaders

PointsRonald Jessamy20Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
AssistsKadar Waller4Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
ReboundsCJ Hardy5Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
PointsMykale Mundy11Nobel Knights
AssistsKevin Hymes4Nobel Knights
ReboundsCaleb Palmer8Nobel Knights

Recent form

Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners

Last 10: 3-7Streak L471.6 scored · 80.9 allowed per game2-2 at home

L62-70vs Pepperdine WavesDec 14
L69-80vs North Dakota State BisonDec 12
L84-109at UC Santa Barbara GauchosDec 7
L66-87at Cal State Northridge MatadorsDec 5
W76-71at Fresno State BulldogsNov 30
L59-89at Florida State SeminolesNov 26
W86-70vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsNov 22
L80-93at Portland State VikingsNov 18
L60-82at Ole Miss RebelsNov 15
W74-58vs Western Illinois LeathernecksNov 12

Nobel Knights

Last 8: 0-8Streak L855.2 scored · 94 allowed per game0-8 away

L49-84at UC Santa Barbara GauchosNov 25
L68-103at Southern Utah ThunderbirdsNov 23
L48-96at Utah Tech TrailblazersNov 22
L55-92at Montana State BobcatsNov 20
L54-87at Long Beach State BeachNov 20
L58-99at Cal State Northridge MatadorsNov 4
L60-93at Cal State Fullerton TitansDec 28
L50-98at Cal State Northridge MatadorsNov 14

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	Nobel Knights	Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
Field goals	24-51	32-52
Field goal %	47	62
Three-pointers	2-4	5-12
Three-point %	50	42
Free throws	16-25	28-37
Free throw %	64	76
Rebounds	29	27
Offensive rebounds	13	7
Defensive rebounds	16	20
Assists	7	16
Steals	7	14
Blocks	1	5
Turnovers	22	12
Team turnovers	1	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	17	30
Fast-break points	7	21
Points in the paint	32	48
Fouls	20	20
Largest lead	0	35
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	0	98

How the scoring went

2nd Half38-61Jovan Young makes 16-foot jumper
2nd Half41-61Ryan Frazer makes 23-foot three point jumper (Kevin Hymes assists)
2nd Half41-62Ronald Jessamy makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half41-63Ronald Jessamy makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half41-65Ronald Jessamy makes layup (Kadar Waller assists)
2nd Half43-65Robert Ogola makes layup
2nd Half43-67Jaden Alexander makes layup
2nd Half43-68Jaden Alexander makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half45-68Mykale Mundy makes 12-foot jumper
2nd Half45-71Kadar Waller makes 24-foot three point jumper
2nd Half45-72Pierre Geneste Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half45-73Pierre Geneste Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half47-73Caleb Palmer makes layup (Jovan Young assists)
2nd Half47-75Mike Price makes 8-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half48-75Mykale Mundy makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half50-75Robert Ogola makes layup
2nd Half50-77Bentley Waller makes layup (CJ Hardy assists)
2nd Half52-77Mykale Mundy makes layup
2nd Half53-77Mykale Mundy makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half53-80Bentley Waller makes 26-foot three point jumper (Ronald Jessamy assists)
2nd Half54-80Sparsh Kadyan makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half55-80Sparsh Kadyan makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half57-80Mykale Mundy makes layup
2nd Half59-80Caleb Palmer makes 2-foot dunk
2nd Half59-83Bentley Waller makes 23-foot three point jumper (Kadar Waller assists)
2nd Half59-86Mike Price makes 24-foot three point jumper (Dylan Purnell assists)
2nd Half61-86Maksim Aliakseyeu makes layup (Kevin Hymes assists)
2nd Half61-87Mike Price makes free throw 1 of 3
2nd Half61-88Mike Price makes free throw 2 of 3
2nd Half61-89Mike Price makes free throw 3 of 3
2nd Half61-91Bentley Waller makes driving layup (TJ James Jr. assists)
2nd Half62-91Mykale Mundy makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half62-93Dylan Purnell makes 2-foot dunk (Kadar Waller assists)
2nd Half62-94Kadar Waller makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half62-95Kadar Waller makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half62-97Kadar Waller makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half63-97Kaleb Salazar makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half64-97Sparsh Kadyan makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half65-97Sparsh Kadyan makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half66-97Sparsh Kadyan makes free throw 2 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners, below favours Nobel Knights.