California Golden Bears Defeat Northwestern State Demons 79-70
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 5:00 PM ET · Haas Pavilion
California Golden Bears 79, Northwestern State Demons 70, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Northwestern State Demons vs California Golden Bears?
California Golden Bears beat Northwestern State Demons 79-70 at Haas Pavilion on December 13, 2025.
Who was favored in Northwestern State Demons vs California Golden Bears?
California Golden Bears were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -2100 (about 95% implied). The favorite won.
The California Golden Bears secured a 79-70 victory over the Northwestern State Demons in a matchup that showcased the contrasting fortunes of both teams this season. The Golden Bears, boasting a strong home record of 10-1, have been on a roll, winning their last six games, while the Demons, with a record of 2-8, have struggled significantly throughout the season.
California's recent form has been impressive, with a record of 9-1 in their last ten games and an average of 83.0 points scored per game while allowing 69.1. Their last five games have seen them average 82.0 points, reflecting a potent offense. In their most recent outing on December 10, they defeated the Dominican (CA) Penguins 93-71, further solidifying their strong home performance with a perfect 9-0 record at Haas Pavilion.
Conversely, Northwestern State has faced difficulties, with a record of 2-8 in their last ten games and an average of 70.2 points scored against an average of 82.7 points allowed. They managed to snap a losing streak with a win against the SE Louisiana Lions on December 7, where they won 76-68. However, their away record stands at just 1-7, indicating their struggles on the road.
The previous meeting between these two teams occurred on December 14, 2024, where California also emerged victorious with an 84-66 win. This history of success for the Golden Bears added to their confidence heading into the game.
In terms of injuries, there were no specific details provided in the block regarding player availability, but both teams were expected to field their regular rosters. The betting market reflected California's dominance, with DraftKings pricing them as 19.5-point favorites and giving them a moneyline of -2100. Meanwhile, Northwestern State was listed at +1100 on the moneyline, highlighting the perceived disparity in team strength.
The game conditions were typical for indoor basketball, with no adverse weather factors affecting play. As the game progressed, viewers witnessed a competitive matchup, with California maintaining control for much of the contest. Key moments included crucial free throws by Nolan Dorsey and a significant three-point jumper by Dai Dai Ames, which helped to extend California's lead in the second half.
Ultimately, California's strong home performance and offensive efficiency proved decisive, as they outscored Northwestern State in critical moments to secure the victory. The Golden Bears' ability to capitalize on their home-court advantage was evident, and their scoring prowess continues to make them a formidable opponent in the NCAAB landscape.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | CAL -19.5 | 145.5 o -108 / u -112 | Northwestern State Demons +1100 · California Golden Bears -2100 |
Leaders
- PointsJohn Camden25California Golden Bears
- AssistsSemetri Carr7California Golden Bears
- ReboundsLee Dort13California Golden Bears
- PointsIzzy Miles22Northwestern State Demons
- AssistsMicah Thomas5Northwestern State Demons
- ReboundsWillie Williams8Northwestern State Demons
Recent form
California Golden Bears
Last 10: 9-1Streak W683 scored · 69.1 allowed per game9-0 at home
- W93-71vs Dominican (CA) PenguinsDec 10
- W67-61vs Pacific TigersDec 6
- W79-72vs Utah UtesDec 3
- W80-72vs UCLA BruinsNov 26
- W91-67vs Sacramento State HornetsNov 22
- W67-57vs Presbyterian Blue HoseNov 19
- L96-99at Kansas State WildcatsNov 14
- W93-65vs Cal State Fullerton TitansNov 11
- W77-67vs Wright State RaidersNov 7
- W87-60vs Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersNov 4
Northwestern State Demons
Last 10: 2-8Streak W170.2 scored · 82.7 allowed per game1-7 away
- W76-68at SE Louisiana LionsDec 7
- L54-92at McNeese CowboysDec 6
- L73-75vs Southern JaguarsNov 29
- L72-85at Grand Canyon LopesNov 22
- L64-84at San Francisco DonsNov 19
- W95-75vs Ecclesia RoyalsNov 14
- L83-87at North Alabama LionsNov 12
- L53-80at North Texas Mean GreenNov 7
- L68-98at Texas A&M AggiesNov 4
- L64-83at McNeese CowboysMar 11
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen F. Austin | 28-6 | - | 20-2 |
| McNeese | 28-6 | 1 | 19-3 |
| UT Rio Grande Valley | 19-14 | 6 | 14-8 |
| Texas A&M-Corpus Christi | 18-15 | 7 | 13-9 |
| LSU New Orleans | 15-18 | 8 | 12-10 |
| Nicholls | 14-19 | 8 | 12-10 |
| Houston Christian | 12-20 | 12 | 8-14 |
| Northwestern State | 10-22 | 12 | 8-14 |
| Incarnate Word | 12-19 | 13 | 7-15 |
| Lamar | 12-19 | 13 | 7-15 |
| East Texas A&M | 11-21 | 14 | 6-16 |
| SE Louisiana | 9-22 | 14 | 6-16 |
| Duke | 35-3 | - | 17-1 |
| Virginia | 30-6 | 2 | 15-3 |
| Miami | 26-9 | 4 | 13-5 |
| North Carolina | 24-9 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Clemson | 24-11 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Louisville | 24-11 | 6 | 11-7 |
| NC State | 20-14 | 7 | 10-8 |
| Florida State | 18-15 | 7 | 10-8 |
| California | 22-12 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Stanford | 20-13 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Virginia Tech | 19-13 | 9 | 8-10 |
| SMU | 20-14 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Wake Forest | 18-17 | 10 | 7-11 |
| Syracuse | 15-17 | 11 | 6-12 |
| Pittsburgh | 13-20 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Notre Dame | 13-18 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Boston College | 11-20 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Georgia Tech | 11-20 | 15 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Northwestern State Demons | California Golden Bears |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-51 | 25-55 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 11-24 | 12-26 |
| Three-point % | 46 | 46 |
| Free throws | 13-15 | 17-21 |
| Free throw % | 87 | 81 |
| Rebounds | 27 | 34 |
| Offensive rebounds | 5 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 24 |
| Assists | 13 | 17 |
| Steals | 6 | 8 |
| Blocks | 1 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 3 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 18 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 8 |
| Points in the paint | 22 | 26 |
| Fouls | 19 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 6 | 10 |
| Lead changes | 14 | 14 |
| Time in front | 38 | 50 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half37-35Justin Redmond made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Micah Thomas.
- 1st Half37-37Dai Dai Ames made Layup.
- 2nd Half37-39Semetri Carr made Layup.
- 2nd Half40-39Micah Thomas made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Chris Mubiru.
- 2nd Half40-42John Camden made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Semetri Carr.
- 2nd Half43-42Landyn Jumawan made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Micah Thomas.
- 2nd Half43-43Lee Dort made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-43Izzy Miles made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Micah Thomas.
- 2nd Half46-46John Camden made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Semetri Carr.
- 2nd Half46-48Dai Dai Ames made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-48Izzy Miles made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Landyn Jumawan.
- 2nd Half51-48Izzy Miles made Jumper. Assisted by Willie Williams.
- 2nd Half51-51Dai Dai Ames made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Semetri Carr.
- 2nd Half53-51Chris Mubiru made Layup.
- 2nd Half53-52John Camden made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-53John Camden made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-53Moustapha Loum made Layup.
- 2nd Half56-53Moustapha Loum made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-53Chris Mubiru made Dunk. Assisted by Micah Thomas.
- 2nd Half58-56John Camden made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Semetri Carr.
- 2nd Half58-59Dai Dai Ames made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half60-59Willie Williams made Layup.
- 2nd Half60-62John Camden made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by DeJuan Campbell.
- 2nd Half61-62Izzy Miles made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-62Izzy Miles made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-62Landyn Jumawan made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Izzy Miles.
- 2nd Half65-64Lee Dort made Dunk.
- 2nd Half65-66Dai Dai Ames made Layup.
- 2nd Half65-68John Camden made Dunk. Assisted by Lee Dort.
- 2nd Half65-69Semetri Carr made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-70Semetri Carr made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-71Lee Dort made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-72Lee Dort made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-74Nolan Dorsey made Layup. Assisted by Lee Dort.
- 2nd Half66-74Chris Mubiru made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-74Chris Mubiru made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-77Dai Dai Ames made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by John Camden.
- 2nd Half70-77Micah Thomas made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half70-78Nolan Dorsey made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-79Nolan Dorsey made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours California Golden Bears, below favours Northwestern State Demons.
Venue
- Haas PavilionBerkeley, CA
- Attendance2738
- OfficialsMark Fulton, Matt Rafferty, Randall Wells
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