Hawks Edge Golden Bears in Thrilling Finish
Sunday, March 22, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Haas Pavilion
Saint Joseph's Hawks 76, California Golden Bears 75, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Saint Joseph's Hawks vs California Golden Bears?
Saint Joseph's Hawks beat California Golden Bears 76-75 at Haas Pavilion on March 22, 2026.
Who was favored in Saint Joseph's Hawks vs California Golden Bears?
California Golden Bears were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -250 (about 71% implied). The underdog won.
In a nail-biting conclusion, the Saint Joseph's Hawks triumphed over the California Golden Bears with a final score of 76-75. The game was held at Haas Pavilion, showcasing a fierce battle between two teams with contrasting recent forms. The Golden Bears entered the matchup with a home record of 22-12, while the Hawks boasted an away record of 24-11, setting the stage for an exciting encounter.
California's recent form has been a rollercoaster, with a record of 5-5 over their last ten games. They are currently on a two-game losing streak, having fallen to the Florida State Seminoles and the Wake Forest Demon Deacons in their last outings. The Golden Bears averaged 77.0 points scored but allowed 79.1 points per game during this stretch. In their last five games, they have averaged 73.4 points scored and 76.2 points allowed, indicating a struggle to maintain defensive consistency.
In contrast, Saint Joseph's has been in better form, recording a 7-3 record in their last ten games. They recently suffered a loss to the VCU Rams but had previously secured victories against teams such as Davidson and La Salle. The Hawks averaged 69.6 points scored and allowed only 65.0 points during this period, reflecting a solid defensive effort. Their last five games saw them average 70.6 points scored and 66.6 points allowed, showcasing a balanced approach to both offense and defense.
At home, California has a record of 3-2 in their last five games, while Saint Joseph's has performed well on the road with a 3-2 record. This fixture was particularly interesting as it pitted a team struggling to find form against one that had shown resilience and tenacity in recent weeks.
The matchup also featured a notable betting line from DraftKings, which had California favored by 5.5 points, with a total set at 152.5. The odds reflected the expectations surrounding the Golden Bears as they played in front of their home crowd, despite their recent struggles.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the performance of both teams could be influenced by their full rosters. The conditions at Haas Pavilion were conducive to an exciting game, as both teams looked to capitalize on their strengths.
As the game unfolded, it was evident that the Hawks were determined to secure a victory. Key moments included a series of scoring plays in the second half, such as Chris Bell's dunk and Jaiden Glover-Toscano's three-pointer, which kept the game competitive. The back-and-forth nature of the scoring highlighted the intensity of the matchup, with both teams trading leads.
Ultimately, it was Derek Simpson's clutch three-pointer that sealed the deal for Saint Joseph's, allowing them to edge past California in a thrilling finish. The Golden Bears will need to regroup after this narrow defeat, while the Hawks can take confidence from their ability to perform under pressure and secure a hard-fought win.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | CAL -5.5 | 152.5 o -115 / u -105 | Saint Joseph's Hawks +205 · California Golden Bears -250 |
Leaders
- PointsChris Bell23California Golden Bears
- AssistsJustin Pippen6California Golden Bears
- ReboundsLee Dort8California Golden Bears
- PointsJaiden Glover-Toscano24Saint Joseph's Hawks
- AssistsDerek Simpson7Saint Joseph's Hawks
- ReboundsDasear Haskins11Saint Joseph's Hawks
Recent form
California Golden Bears
Last 10: 5-5Streak L277 scored · 79.1 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L89-95at Florida State SeminolesMar 11
- L73-80at Wake Forest Demon DeaconsMar 7
- W76-65at Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsMar 5
- L56-72vs Pittsburgh PanthersFeb 28
- W73-69vs SMU MustangsFeb 26
- W72-66vs Stanford CardinalFeb 21
- W86-75at Boston College EaglesFeb 14
- L100-107at Syracuse OrangeFeb 12
- L55-77vs Clemson TigersFeb 8
- W90-85vs Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsFeb 5
Saint Joseph's Hawks
Last 10: 7-3Streak L169.6 scored · 65 allowed per game3-2 away
- L64-77at VCU RamsMar 14
- W70-58vs Davidson WildcatsMar 13
- W88-76vs La Salle ExplorersMar 7
- W70-67at Davidson WildcatsMar 5
- W61-55at Rhode Island RamsFeb 28
- W81-63vs George Mason PatriotsFeb 26
- W75-61vs Loyola Chicago RamblersFeb 21
- W71-65at St. Bonaventure BonniesFeb 19
- L64-68vs Fordham RamsFeb 11
- L52-60at George Mason PatriotsFeb 7
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Louis | 29-6 | - | 15-3 |
| VCU | 28-8 | - | 15-3 |
| Saint Joseph's | 24-12 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Dayton | 25-12 | 3 | 12-6 |
| George Mason | 23-10 | 4 | 11-7 |
| Davidson | 20-14 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Duquesne | 18-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| George Washington | 19-16 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Fordham | 17-15 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Rhode Island | 16-16 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Richmond | 15-17 | 10 | 5-13 |
| La Salle | 9-23 | 10 | 5-13 |
| St. Bonaventure | 17-17 | 11 | 4-14 |
| Loyola Chicago | 9-24 | 11 | 4-14 |
| 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 | Saint Joseph's Hawks | California Golden Bears |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-68 | 28-67 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 9-26 | 12-32 |
| Three-point % | 35 | 38 |
| Free throws | 7-13 | 7-12 |
| Free throw % | 54 | 58 |
| Rebounds | 45 | 39 |
| Offensive rebounds | 16 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 27 |
| Assists | 18 | 14 |
| Steals | 5 | 8 |
| Blocks | 2 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 4 | 6 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 3 |
| Points in the paint | 42 | 24 |
| Fouls | 12 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 8 | 19 |
| Lead changes | 8 | 8 |
| Time in front | 30 | 66 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half33-37Dasear Haskins makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 1st Half33-39Sammie Yeanay makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 1st Half33-41Dai Dai Ames makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half33-42Lee Dort makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half33-44Lee Dort makes driving layup
- 2nd Half33-47Chris Bell makes 25-foot three point jumper (Justin Pippen assists)
- 2nd Half35-47Dasear Haskins makes layup
- 2nd Half35-50Dai Dai Ames makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half35-52Dai Dai Ames makes 13-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half36-52Jaiden Glover-Toscano makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half36-55Chris Bell makes 26-foot three point jumper (Nolan Dorsey assists)
- 2nd Half38-55Jaiden Glover-Toscano makes driving layup
- 2nd Half40-55Jaiden Glover-Toscano makes driving layup
- 2nd Half40-58Chris Bell makes 25-foot three point jumper (Justin Pippen assists)
- 2nd Half42-58Justice Ajogbor makes layup (Khaafiq Myers assists)
- 2nd Half42-61Chris Bell makes 27-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half44-61Jaiden Glover-Toscano makes driving layup
- 2nd Half45-61Jaiden Glover-Toscano makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half47-61Dasear Haskins makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half47-63Dai Dai Ames makes driving layup
- 2nd Half47-64Dai Dai Ames makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half50-64Khaafiq Myers makes 25-foot three point jumper (Anthony Finkley assists)
- 2nd Half50-66Dai Dai Ames makes driving layup
- 2nd Half51-66Jaden Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-66Jaden Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-66Jaden Smith makes layup
- 2nd Half54-68Lee Dort makes layup
- 2nd Half56-68Dasear Haskins makes layup (Jaden Smith assists)
- 2nd Half56-70Chris Bell makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half59-70Jaden Smith makes 23-foot three point jumper (Derek Simpson assists)
- 2nd Half61-70Dasear Haskins makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half63-70Derek Simpson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half63-72Chris Bell makes 0-foot dunk
- 2nd Half66-72Jaiden Glover-Toscano makes 24-foot three pointer (Derek Simpson assists)
- 2nd Half68-72Jaiden Glover-Toscano makes driving layup
- 2nd Half68-74Chris Bell makes 14-foot jumper (Dai Dai Ames assists)
- 2nd Half70-74Justice Ajogbor makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half73-74Austin Williford makes 24-foot three point jumper (Derek Simpson assists)
- 2nd Half73-75Justin Pippen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-75Derek Simpson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Dasear Haskins assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours California Golden Bears, below favours Saint Joseph's Hawks.
Venue
- Haas PavilionBerkeley, CA
- Attendance1657
- OfficialsDeron White, Jason Garretson, De Selle Dean
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