Pacific Tigers Defeat Sacramento State Hornets 68-54
Saturday, November 29, 2025, 10:00 PM ET · Alex G. Spanos Center
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Who won Sacramento State Hornets vs Pacific Tigers?
Pacific Tigers beat Sacramento State Hornets 68-54 at Alex G. Spanos Center on November 29, 2025.
Who was favored in Sacramento State Hornets vs Pacific Tigers?
Pacific Tigers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -410 (about 80% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Pacific Tigers secured a comfortable 68-54 victory over the Sacramento State Hornets at the Alex G. Spanos Center. This win highlights the Tigers' strong home performance as they improved their record to 7-2, while the Hornets fell to 4-6 for the season. The Tigers entered the game with a solid home record of 3-3 and a recent form that included a two-game winning streak, having averaged 74.3 points scored and 72.5 points allowed over their last ten games. Their last five games showed an even better trend, with an average of 73.4 points scored and only 66.4 points allowed, indicating a strong defensive effort alongside their scoring capabilities.
On the other hand, the Hornets, with an away record of 0-5, have struggled on the road this season. Their recent form featured a mixed bag, with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games and an average of 74.8 points scored against 74.4 points allowed. They were coming off a significant win against San Francisco State Gators, where they dominated with a score of 94-46, but prior to that, they faced tough opponents like California and UCLA, which contributed to their inconsistent performance.
The Tigers' victory was supported by a strong second half, where they maintained control of the game. Key scoring plays included a dunk from Jaion Pitt, assisted by Kajus Kublickas, which capped off a series of successful offensive efforts that kept the Hornets at bay. The Tigers' defense proved effective, limiting the Hornets' scoring opportunities and forcing them into tough shots.
In terms of betting, DraftKings had the Tigers favored by 10.5 points, with a total set at 146.5. The odds reflected the Tigers' home advantage and their recent form, as they were priced at -410 for the money line, while the Hornets stood at +320. The spread and total suggest that the market anticipated a competitive game, but the Tigers’ performance exceeded those expectations.
The game conditions were favorable for a high-energy matchup, with both teams needing to adapt to the pace of play. The Tigers capitalized on their home court advantage, which has historically played a crucial role in their success. As the game unfolded, viewers were treated to a display of teamwork and strategic execution from the Tigers, while the Hornets struggled to find their rhythm, particularly in the second half.
Overall, this game showcased the Pacific Tigers' ability to perform well at home, extending their winning streak and solidifying their position in the league. The Hornets will need to regroup and address their away performance if they hope to turn their season around.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | PAC -10.5 | 146.5 o -112 / u -108 | Sacramento State Hornets +320 · Pacific Tigers -410 |
Leaders
- PointsElias Ralph22Pacific Tigers
- AssistsJaden Clayton9Pacific Tigers
- ReboundsIsaac Jack12Pacific Tigers
- PointsMikey Williams14Sacramento State Hornets
- AssistsMikey Williams6Sacramento State Hornets
- ReboundsMark Lavrenov9Sacramento State Hornets
Recent form
Pacific Tigers
Last 10: 5-5Streak W274.3 scored · 72.5 allowed per game3-3 at home
- W68-53at Jacksonville DolphinsNov 25
- W86-58vs Stony Brook SeawolvesNov 24
- L59-82at Florida Atlantic OwlsNov 21
- W85-73at Cal State Fullerton TitansNov 15
- W69-66vs Long Beach State BeachNov 13
- L77-78at Nevada Wolf PackNov 9
- W83-56vs Life Pacific WarriorsNov 6
- L77-81vs San Diego TorerosMar 6
- L66-97vs Santa Clara BroncosMar 2
- L73-81vs Portland PilotsFeb 23
Sacramento State Hornets
Last 10: 4-6Streak W174.8 scored · 74.4 allowed per game0-5 away
- W94-46vs San Francisco State GatorsNov 26
- L67-91at California Golden BearsNov 22
- L48-79at UCLA BruinsNov 19
- W64-62vs Presbyterian Blue HoseNov 16
- L73-77at UC Davis AggiesNov 15
- L87-92vs UC Santa Barbara GauchosNov 12
- W86-76vs Jessup WarriorsNov 8
- W103-79vs Dominican (CA) PenguinsNov 5
- L70-83at Weber State WildcatsMar 9
- L56-59at Portland State VikingsMar 4
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 |
| 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 | Sacramento State Hornets | Pacific Tigers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 19-62 | 26-64 |
| Field goal % | 31 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 5-23 | 10-30 |
| Three-point % | 22 | 33 |
| Free throws | 11-12 | 6-8 |
| Free throw % | 92 | 75 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 49 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 36 |
| Assists | 8 | 20 |
| Steals | 9 | 8 |
| Blocks | 5 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 26 |
| Fouls | 10 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 15 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half20-25Jahni Summers made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 1st Half22-25Mark Lavrenov made Dunk. Assisted by Jayden Teat.
- 1st Half22-27Elias Ralph made Layup.
- 1st Half24-27Brandon Gardner made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 1st Half26-27Mikey Williams made Layup.
- 1st Half27-27Mikey Williams made Free Throw.
- 1st Half27-30Elias Ralph made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jaden Clayton.
- 1st Half30-30Jayden Teat made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Mikey Williams.
- 1st Half30-32Justin Rochelin made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 1st Half32-32Mikey Williams made Layup.
- 2nd Half32-34Kajus Kublickas made Jumper. Assisted by Justin Rochelin.
- 2nd Half34-34Mark Lavrenov made Layup. Assisted by Mikey Williams.
- 2nd Half34-36Isaac Jack made Dunk. Assisted by Elias Ralph.
- 2nd Half34-38Elias Ralph made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half34-40Justin Rochelin made Layup. Assisted by Jaden Clayton.
- 2nd Half34-41Isaac Jack made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half37-41Jayden Teat made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Mikey Williams.
- 2nd Half37-44TJ Wainwright made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Elias Ralph.
- 2nd Half39-44Prophet Johnson made Layup.
- 2nd Half39-46Jaden Clayton made Layup. Assisted by Elias Ralph.
- 2nd Half39-48Elias Ralph made Layup. Assisted by Jaden Clayton.
- 2nd Half40-48Mikey Williams made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-51Elias Ralph made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jaden Clayton.
- 2nd Half40-54Justin Rochelin made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jaden Clayton.
- 2nd Half42-54Jeremiah Nyarko made Layup. Assisted by Prophet Johnson.
- 2nd Half45-54Jahni Summers made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Mikey Williams.
- 2nd Half45-57TJ Wainwright made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jaden Clayton.
- 2nd Half45-60Jaden Clayton made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Justin Rochelin.
- 2nd Half46-60Mikey Williams made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-60Mikey Williams made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-62Elias Ralph made Layup. Assisted by Jaden Clayton.
- 2nd Half48-62Jayden Teat made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-62Jayden Teat made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-62Jayden Teat made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-64Jaden Clayton made Layup.
- 2nd Half51-64Mikey Williams made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-64Mikey Williams made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-66Jaden Clayton made Jumper.
- 2nd Half54-66Mikey Williams made Layup.
- 2nd Half54-68Jaion Pitt made Dunk. Assisted by Kajus Kublickas.
Win probability
Above the line favours Pacific Tigers, below favours Sacramento State Hornets.
Venue
- Alex G. Spanos CenterStockton, CA
- Attendance2311
- OfficialsDeron White, Chance Moore, De Selle Dean
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