NCAAB · Final

UCLA Dominates Sacramento State 79-48 at Home

Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 10:30 PM ET · Pauley Pavilion

UCLA Bruins 79, Sacramento State Hornets 48, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Sacramento State Hornets vs UCLA Bruins?

UCLA Bruins beat Sacramento State Hornets 79-48 at Pauley Pavilion on November 18, 2025.

In a commanding performance, the UCLA Bruins defeated the Sacramento State Hornets 79-48 at Pauley Pavilion on November 19, 2025. This matchup showcased the Bruins' strength, particularly at home, where they have maintained a solid record of 4-1 this season. The victory also marked their first meeting with Sacramento State, which they won decisively, having previously faced them only once, resulting in a similar outcome earlier in the season.

UCLA entered the game with a recent record of 6-4 over their last ten games, although they were coming off a loss against the Purdue Boilermakers. The Bruins had averaged 75.1 points while allowing 73.8 points per game during this stretch. Their last five games indicated a slightly improved performance, with an average of 77.4 points scored and 67.2 points allowed.

On the other hand, Sacramento State struggled in their recent outings, with a record of 2-8 over their last ten games, including a streak of one loss. The Hornets had an average of 76.6 points scored but faced challenges defensively, allowing an average of 82.2 points. Their away record stood at 0-5, highlighting their difficulties on the road.

The game conditions favored UCLA, who were playing at home in front of their fans, which often provides a significant advantage in college basketball. The Bruins capitalized on this environment, showcasing their ability to control the game from start to finish.

In terms of scoring, UCLA's offensive strategy was evident as they built a considerable lead throughout the match. The scoring plays in the second half included contributions from various players, such as Eric Freeny and Jack Seidler, who helped extend the Bruins' lead. Sacramento State's Prophet Johnson and Jamar Brown attempted to keep pace but ultimately could not overcome the deficit.

The market had priced UCLA as a strong favorite, reflecting their home advantage and overall performance this season. The Bruins' win probability was assessed at 1.0, indicating a complete expectation of victory against the Hornets.

In summary, the game served as a testament to UCLA's capabilities, particularly in their home arena, as they continue to build momentum in the season.

Leaders

PointsEric Dailey Jr.15UCLA Bruins
AssistsDonovan Dent7UCLA Bruins
ReboundsEric Dailey Jr.10UCLA Bruins
PointsProphet Johnson13Sacramento State Hornets
AssistsProphet Johnson4Sacramento State Hornets
ReboundsProphet Johnson10Sacramento State Hornets

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UCLA Bruins

Last 10: 6-4Streak L175.1 scored · 73.8 allowed per game4-1 at home

L66-73vs Purdue BoilermakersMar 14
W88-84at Michigan State SpartansMar 14
W72-59vs Rutgers Scarlet KnightsMar 13
W89-68at USC TrojansMar 8
W72-52vs Nebraska CornhuskersMar 4
L73-78at Minnesota Golden GophersFeb 28
W81-62vs USC TrojansFeb 25
W95-94vs Illinois Fighting IlliniFeb 22
L59-82at Michigan State SpartansFeb 18
L56-86at Michigan WolverinesFeb 14

Sacramento State Hornets

Last 10: 2-8Streak L176.6 scored · 82.2 allowed per game0-5 away

L45-68at Idaho VandalsMar 8
W83-65vs Idaho State BengalsMar 3
L61-82at Montana State BobcatsFeb 28
L73-81at Montana GrizzliesFeb 27
L80-86vs Idaho VandalsFeb 22
L94-102vs Eastern Washington EaglesFeb 20
L74-79at Northern Arizona LumberjacksFeb 15
L79-95at Northern Colorado BearsFeb 13
L73-74vs Portland State VikingsFeb 8
W104-90vs Weber State WildcatsFeb 3

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
Michigan	37-3	-	19-1
Nebraska	28-7	4	15-5
Michigan State	27-8	4	15-5
Illinois	28-9	4	15-5
Wisconsin	24-11	5	14-6
Purdue	30-9	6	13-7
UCLA	24-12	6	13-7
Ohio State	21-13	7	12-8
Iowa	24-13	9	10-10
Indiana	18-14	10	9-11
Minnesota	15-18	11	8-12
USC	18-14	12	7-13
Washington	16-17	12	7-13
Rutgers	14-20	13	6-14
Northwestern	15-19	14	5-15
Oregon	12-20	14	5-15
Maryland	12-21	15	4-16
Penn State	12-20	16	3-17

Box score

Stat	Sacramento State Hornets	UCLA Bruins
Field goals	13-54	28-58
Field goal %	24	48
Three-pointers	3-24	7-21
Three-point %	13	33
Free throws	19-30	16-24
Free throw %	63	67
Rebounds	35	44
Offensive rebounds	13	11
Defensive rebounds	22	33
Assists	9	20
Steals	6	9
Blocks	3	3
Turnovers	13	15
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	1	1
Technical fouls, total	1	1
Flagrant fouls	1	0
Points off turnovers	14	23
Fast-break points	0	13
Points in the paint	14	36
Fouls	25	25
Largest lead	0	33

How the scoring went

2nd Half26-46Donovan Dent made Layup. Assisted by Eric Dailey Jr..
2nd Half27-46Prophet Johnson made Free Throw.
2nd Half27-48Donovan Dent made Layup.
2nd Half28-48Mark Lavrenov made Free Throw.
2nd Half28-50Xavier Booker made Layup. Assisted by Donovan Dent.
2nd Half29-50Mark Lavrenov made Free Throw.
2nd Half29-51Donovan Dent made Free Throw.
2nd Half31-51Prophet Johnson made Layup. Assisted by Mikey Williams.
2nd Half31-53Eric Dailey Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Donovan Dent.
2nd Half31-54Eric Dailey Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half31-56Eric Dailey Jr. made Layup.
2nd Half31-57Eric Dailey Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half32-57Brandon Gardner made Free Throw.
2nd Half34-57Mark Lavrenov made Layup.
2nd Half34-59Eric Dailey Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Donovan Dent.
2nd Half35-59Mikey Williams made Free Throw.
2nd Half36-59Mikey Williams made Free Throw.
2nd Half38-59Mikey Williams made Jumper.
2nd Half38-60Tyler Bilodeau made Free Throw.
2nd Half38-61Tyler Bilodeau made Free Throw.
2nd Half39-61Mikey Williams made Free Throw.
2nd Half40-61Mikey Williams made Free Throw.
2nd Half40-64Skyy Clark made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jamar Brown.
2nd Half40-65Eric Dailey Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half41-65Mikey Williams made Free Throw.
2nd Half41-66Eric Dailey Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half41-67Eric Dailey Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half41-69Xavier Booker made Layup. Assisted by Donovan Dent.
2nd Half43-69Prophet Johnson made Jumper.
2nd Half43-71Eric Freeny made Jumper.
2nd Half44-71Jahni Summers made Free Throw.
2nd Half44-72Jamar Brown made Free Throw.
2nd Half44-73Jamar Brown made Free Throw.
2nd Half44-75Eric Freeny made Layup. Assisted by Jamar Brown.
2nd Half45-75Prophet Johnson made Free Throw.
2nd Half46-75Prophet Johnson made Free Throw.
2nd Half46-76Brandon Williams made Free Throw.
2nd Half46-77Brandon Williams made Free Throw.
2nd Half46-79Jack Seidler made Jumper.
2nd Half48-79Mark Lavrenov made Layup. Assisted by Taj Glover.