Pepperdine Waves Defeat Cal State Bakersfield 70-62
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 9:30 PM ET · Icardo Center
Pepperdine Waves 70, Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners 62, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Pepperdine Waves vs Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners?
Pepperdine Waves beat Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners 70-62 at Icardo Center on December 13, 2025.
Who was favored in Pepperdine Waves vs Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners?
Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The underdog won.
In a notable matchup, the Pepperdine Waves secured a 70-62 victory over the Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners at the Icardo Center. This game was significant as both teams entered with similar records, with the Roadrunners holding a home record of 4-8 and the Waves at 4-7 away. The contest showcased the struggles both teams have faced recently, with the Roadrunners on a three-game losing streak and the Waves having lost their last five games.
Cal State Bakersfield's recent form has been concerning, as they have a record of 4-6 in their last ten games. Their average points scored during this stretch was 73.7, while they allowed an average of 80.0 points per game. In their last five games, they averaged 70.8 points scored and allowed 87.2 points, indicating significant defensive issues. Their last matchup prior to facing Pepperdine was a loss against North Dakota State, where they fell 69-80. The Roadrunners had a home record of 3-1 earlier in the season but have struggled to maintain that success, particularly in away games, where they hold a 1-5 record.
On the other hand, the Pepperdine Waves have also faced difficulties, recording a 3-7 mark in their last ten games. They averaged 73.6 points scored and allowed 75.5 points during this period. Their recent form has been particularly poor, as they have lost their last five games, scoring an average of only 60.2 points while allowing 71.6 points in their last five contests. Their most recent game ended in a loss to Vermont, where they were defeated 56-65.
The matchup was closely contested, but the Waves managed to pull away in the second half. Key moments included several successful free throws from Dailin Smith and Yonatan Levy, which helped to extend Pepperdine's lead. The Waves' final scoring play came from Danilo Dožic, who made a dunk assisted by Aaron Clark, bringing the score to 70-62.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details on player availability, but both teams have been dealing with challenges throughout the season. The conditions at the Icardo Center were typical for a basketball game, with no unusual weather factors reported.
The betting market reflected a close contest, with DraftKings listing Pepperdine as 1.5-point underdogs. The total for the game was set at 147.5, with both the over and under priced at -110. The home moneyline for Cal State Bakersfield was -135, while Pepperdine's was at +114, indicating a slight edge for the Roadrunners in the eyes of the bookmakers.
Viewers should have noted the contrasting styles of play, with both teams struggling defensively, which could have led to a high-scoring affair. However, the Waves managed to capitalize on their opportunities, particularly from the free-throw line, where they secured crucial points in the final moments of the game. This victory could serve as a much-needed boost for Pepperdine as they look to turn their season around.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | CSUB -1.5 | 147.5 o -110 / u -110 | Pepperdine Waves +114 · Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners -135 |
Leaders
- PointsJaden Alexander16Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
- AssistsJaden Alexander1Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
- ReboundsJaden Alexander8Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
- PointsAaron Clark25Pepperdine Waves
- AssistsStyles Phipps4Pepperdine Waves
- ReboundsYonatan Levy8Pepperdine Waves
Recent form
Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
Last 10: 4-6Streak L373.7 scored · 80 allowed per game3-1 at home
- 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
- W83-61vs Whittier PoetsNov 6
Pepperdine Waves
Last 10: 3-7Streak L573.6 scored · 75.5 allowed per game0-3 away
- L56-65vs Vermont CatamountsDec 6
- L63-71vs Abilene Christian WildcatsDec 3
- L69-83at Cal State Fullerton TitansNov 29
- L53-76at Fresno State BulldogsNov 27
- L60-63vs Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksNov 22
- W90-79vs LSU New Orleans PrivateersNov 19
- L81-88vs Northern Colorado BearsNov 16
- W113-76vs Lincoln (CA) OaklandersNov 12
- L63-74at UCLA BruinsNov 8
- W88-80vs Life Pacific WarriorsNov 4
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 | Pepperdine Waves | Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-55 | 17-57 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 30 |
| Three-pointers | 7-21 | 4-24 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 17 |
| Free throws | 13-19 | 24-25 |
| Free throw % | 68 | 96 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 16 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 22 |
| Assists | 12 | 4 |
| Steals | 8 | 9 |
| Blocks | 0 | 11 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 21 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 17 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 20 |
| Fouls | 16 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 11 | 3 |
| Lead changes | 7 | 7 |
| Time in front | 86 | 12 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half38-35Dailin Smith made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-35Javon Cooley made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Aaron Clark.
- 2nd Half43-35Javon Cooley made Layup. Assisted by Pavle Stošic.
- 2nd Half43-38AJ George made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jaden Alexander.
- 2nd Half43-41Jaden Alexander made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Pierre Geneste Jr..
- 2nd Half45-41Javon Cooley made Layup. Assisted by Styles Phipps.
- 2nd Half45-42Jaden Alexander made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-43Jaden Alexander made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-43Javon Cooley made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Yonatan Levy.
- 2nd Half50-43Javon Cooley made Jumper.
- 2nd Half50-45CJ Hardy made Layup.
- 2nd Half51-45Aaron Clark made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-45Aaron Clark made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-46Jaden Alexander made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-47Jaden Alexander made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-49AJ George made Layup.
- 2nd Half53-49Javon Cooley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-49Javon Cooley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-49Aaron Clark made Jumper.
- 2nd Half56-50Jaden Alexander made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-51Jaden Alexander made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-51Danilo Dožic made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-51Danilo Dožic made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-51Styles Phipps made Layup.
- 2nd Half62-51Aaron Clark made Layup.
- 2nd Half62-53CJ Hardy made Jumper.
- 2nd Half62-55Jaden Alexander made Layup.
- 2nd Half62-56Jaden Alexander made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-57Dailin Smith made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-58Dailin Smith made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-58Styles Phipps made Layup.
- 2nd Half65-58Styles Phipps made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-59Dailin Smith made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-60Dailin Smith made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-60Yonatan Levy made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-60Yonatan Levy made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-60Styles Phipps made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-61CJ Hardy made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-62CJ Hardy made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-62Danilo Dožic made Dunk. Assisted by Aaron Clark.
Win probability
Above the line favours Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners, below favours Pepperdine Waves.
Venue
- Icardo CenterBakersfield, CA
- Attendance402
- OfficialsMartin Cichocki, Michael Mojica, Antonio Moss
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