Cal State Fullerton Triumphs Over St. Thomas 88-80
Saturday, November 22, 2025, 5:30 PM ET · Chiles Center
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Who won St. Thomas Tommies vs Cal State Fullerton Titans?
Cal State Fullerton Titans beat St. Thomas Tommies 88-80 at Chiles Center on November 22, 2025.
In an exciting matchup, the Cal State Fullerton Titans secured a hard-fought victory against the St. Thomas Tommies, winning 88-80. This game, held at the Chiles Center, showcased the Titans' resilience as they broke a three-game losing streak and improved their record to 3-4 for the season. The Titans had been struggling, with a recent form of 1-9 over their last ten games, but they managed to turn things around against the Tommies. Their average points scored per game had been 69.2, while they allowed an average of 86.9 points, highlighting their defensive challenges. However, they stepped up their performance in this crucial game, particularly in the second half.
The Titans' recent form had been concerning, with their last five games yielding a record of 1-4, averaging 83.0 points scored and 83.2 points allowed. Their home record before this game stood at 1-3, indicating difficulties in front of their home crowd. In contrast, the St. Thomas Tommies entered the game with a record of 4-3 and had been performing well, winning seven of their last ten games with an average of 76.7 points scored and 72.0 points allowed. They were on a two-game winning streak, which included a recent victory over Southeast Missouri State.
The Titans' victory was particularly significant given their struggles earlier in the season. They had faced tough opponents, and their performance against St. Thomas demonstrated their potential to compete. The scoring was competitive throughout the game, with both teams exchanging leads. The Titans' ability to maintain composure in the final moments was key to their success. They capitalized on free throws in the closing minutes, with KJ Garris and Christian Williams contributing crucial points from the charity stripe, helping to seal the win.
In terms of home versus away performance, the Titans had struggled on the road, with an away record of 0-6 prior to this game. The Tommies, however, had a strong home record of 6-0 but had been less effective away, with an away record of 1-3. This game was pivotal for both teams, as the Titans aimed to improve their standing while the Tommies sought to continue their winning momentum.
The injury situation was not detailed in the block, but the performance of both teams indicated they were largely healthy for this matchup. The Titans' victory was also reflected in the betting market, where they had a home win probability of 1.0, indicating strong confidence in their ability to win this game.
The conditions for the game were not specified, but the atmosphere at the Chiles Center likely contributed to the Titans' performance, as they rallied their fans behind them. Viewers were treated to a display of determination from the Titans, who showed that they could overcome adversity and compete effectively. The game featured several key moments, including late-game free throws that showcased the importance of capitalizing on scoring opportunities when it mattered most.
Overall, this matchup between Cal State Fullerton and St. Thomas was a testament to the unpredictability of college basketball, where any team can rise to the occasion and deliver a memorable performance.
Leaders
- PointsJoshua Ward20Cal State Fullerton Titans
- AssistsJoshua Ward6Cal State Fullerton Titans
- ReboundsChristian Williams9Cal State Fullerton Titans
- PointsNolan Minessale26St. Thomas Tommies
- AssistsNolan Minessale5St. Thomas Tommies
- ReboundsNolan Minessale5St. Thomas Tommies
Recent form
Cal State Fullerton Titans
Last 10: 1-9Streak L369.2 scored · 86.9 allowed per game1-3 at home
- L73-85vs Pacific TigersNov 15
- L65-93at California Golden BearsNov 11
- L82-92at Wyoming CowboysNov 8
- W136-82vs Caltech CALTECHNov 4
- L59-64vs UC Riverside HighlandersMar 9
- L61-100at Cal Poly MustangsMar 7
- L55-100at UC San Diego TritonsMar 2
- L51-76vs UC Irvine AnteatersFeb 28
- L56-86at UC Santa Barbara GauchosFeb 21
- L54-91at Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersFeb 15
St. Thomas Tommies
Last 10: 7-3Streak W276.7 scored · 72 allowed per game1-3 away
- W84-72at Southeast Missouri State RedhawksNov 15
- W80-61vs Green Bay PhoenixNov 14
- L71-81at Washington State CougarsNov 11
- W83-76vs Army Black KnightsNov 9
- L58-84at Saint Mary's GaelsNov 4
- L75-85at Omaha MavericksMar 10
- W85-69vs North Dakota Fighting HawksMar 9
- W80-62vs Denver PioneersMar 7
- W65-59vs Kansas City RoosMar 2
- W86-71vs North Dakota Fighting HawksFeb 28
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota State | 27-8 | - | 14-2 |
| St. Thomas | 24-10 | 2 | 12-4 |
| North Dakota | 18-17 | 4 | 10-6 |
| South Dakota | 16-16 | 6 | 8-8 |
| Omaha | 16-17 | 6 | 8-8 |
| Denver | 15-17 | 7 | 8-8 |
| South Dakota State | 14-18 | 7 | 7-9 |
| Oral Roberts | 10-23 | 10 | 4-12 |
| Kansas City | 4-27 | 13 | 1-15 |
| 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 | St. Thomas Tommies | Cal State Fullerton Titans |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-69 | 28-60 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 8-33 | 9-29 |
| Three-point % | 24 | 31 |
| Free throws | 16-17 | 23-25 |
| Free throw % | 94 | 92 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 30 |
| Assists | 14 | 19 |
| Steals | 6 | 6 |
| Blocks | 3 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 5 |
| Fast-break points | 16 | 22 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 36 |
| Fouls | 21 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 8 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half56-53Ben Oosterbaan made Layup. Assisted by Nolan Minessale.
- 2nd Half58-53Nolan Minessale made Layup.
- 2nd Half59-53Nolan Minessale made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-53Ryan Dufault made Layup.
- 2nd Half61-55Joshua Ward made Layup.
- 2nd Half64-55Isaiah Johnson-Arigu made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ryan Dufault.
- 2nd Half64-57Landon Seaman made Layup.
- 2nd Half66-57Ryan Lafferty made Layup.
- 2nd Half66-59Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro made Layup. Assisted by KJ Garris.
- 2nd Half66-62KJ Garris made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Joshua Ward.
- 2nd Half68-62Nolan Minessale made Layup.
- 2nd Half69-62Nolan Minessale made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-64Joshua Ward made Layup.
- 2nd Half69-66KJ Garris made Layup. Assisted by Landon Seaman.
- 2nd Half70-66Nick Janowski made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-66Nolan Minessale made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-66Nolan Minessale made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-67Joshua Ward made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-68Joshua Ward made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-68Carter Bjerke made Layup. Assisted by Nolan Minessale.
- 2nd Half74-70KJ Garris made Layup. Assisted by Joshua Ward.
- 2nd Half74-71KJ Garris made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-71Nolan Minessale made Jumper. Assisted by Ryan Dufault.
- 2nd Half76-72Joshua Ward made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-73Joshua Ward made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-74Joshua Ward made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-75Joshua Ward made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-78Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Christian Williams.
- 2nd Half77-78Nolan Minessale made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half78-78Nolan Minessale made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half78-80KJ Garris made Layup. Assisted by Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro.
- 2nd Half78-81Kendrick De Luna made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half78-82Kendrick De Luna made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half78-83KJ Garris made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half78-84KJ Garris made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half80-84Nolan Minessale made Layup.
- 2nd Half80-85Joshua Ward made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half80-86Joshua Ward made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half80-87Christian Williams made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half80-88Christian Williams made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Cal State Fullerton Titans, below favours St. Thomas Tommies.
Venue
- Chiles CenterPortland, OR
- Attendance450
- OfficialsJimmy Casas, Peter Larson, Grant Jeffres
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