Stanford Edges San José State in Close Contest
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Provident Credit Union Event Center
Stanford Cardinal 86, San José State Spartans 82, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Stanford Cardinal vs San José State Spartans?
Stanford Cardinal beat San José State Spartans 86-82 at Provident Credit Union Event Center on December 13, 2025.
Who was favored in Stanford Cardinal vs San José State Spartans?
Stanford Cardinal were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -410 (about 80% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Stanford Cardinal defeated the San José State Spartans with a final score of 86-82. This game showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, with Stanford continuing to demonstrate their strong season performance against a determined San José State squad. Stanford entered the game with an impressive away record of 8-2, while San José State had a home record of 5-6, indicating a significant difference in their overall performance this season.
Stanford's recent form has been solid, with a record of 7-3 over their last ten games, although they were coming off a narrow loss to UNLV. The Cardinal averaged 81.0 points scored and allowed 72.5 points during this stretch, showcasing their offensive capabilities. In contrast, San José State had a record of 5-5 in their last ten games, winning their last two contests against Long Beach State and San Diego, while averaging 75.1 points scored and allowing 72.6 points.
At the Provident Credit Union Event Center, where the game was held, San José State had a home record of 4-2, indicating they could be competitive on their home court. However, Stanford's away record of 5-2 suggested they were comfortable playing outside of their home venue. Both teams had shown resilience, but Stanford's overall performance this season positioned them as the favorites.
The betting market reflected this sentiment, with DraftKings listing Stanford as 8.5-point favorites, indicating confidence in their ability to secure a win. The total points for the game were set at 145.5, reflecting expectations for a high-scoring affair. The moneyline odds were also telling, with San José State at +320 and Stanford at -410, further emphasizing Stanford's status as the favored team.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant absences that would impact either team's performance, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this matchup. The conditions during the game were not detailed, but typically, indoor venues like the Provident Credit Union Event Center provide a controlled environment conducive to high-level basketball.
As the game unfolded, viewers witnessed a back-and-forth battle, with both teams exchanging leads. Key scoring plays in the second half included crucial free throws from Yaphet Moundi and Melvin Bell Jr. for Stanford, which helped maintain their lead in the closing moments. The final scoring plays saw Chisom Okpara and Benny Gealer contributing from the free-throw line, sealing the victory for Stanford.
In summary, this matchup between Stanford and San José State was significant not only for the immediate implications on their respective seasons but also for the competitive nature of college basketball. Stanford's ability to secure the win on the road against a spirited San José State team highlights their strength this season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | STAN -8.5 | 145.5 o -108 / u -112 | Stanford Cardinal -410 · San José State Spartans +320 |
Leaders
- PointsYaphet Moundi26San José State Spartans
- AssistsColby Garland9San José State Spartans
- ReboundsYaphet Moundi5San José State Spartans
- PointsAJ Rohosy20Stanford Cardinal
- AssistsChisom Okpara5Stanford Cardinal
- ReboundsRyan Agarwal9Stanford Cardinal
Recent form
San José State Spartans
Last 10: 5-5Streak W275.1 scored · 72.6 allowed per game4-2 at home
- W89-83vs Long Beach State BeachDec 10
- W86-69vs San Diego TorerosDec 6
- L63-72vs UC Irvine AnteatersNov 30
- W63-51at Loyola Chicago RamblersNov 26
- L51-81vs Tulsa Golden HurricaneNov 25
- W80-66vs Southern JaguarsNov 22
- W110-56vs Bethesda FlamesNov 18
- L60-79at Michigan State SpartansNov 13
- L74-85at UC Santa Barbara GauchosNov 8
- L75-84at Utah UtesNov 4
Stanford Cardinal
Last 10: 7-3Streak L181 scored · 72.5 allowed per game2-1 away
- L74-75vs UNLV RebelsDec 7
- W94-72vs Portland PilotsDec 2
- W78-77at Saint Louis BillikensNov 29
- W72-68at Minnesota Golden GophersNov 28
- L69-77vs Seattle U RedhawksNov 22
- W93-66vs Louisiana Ragin' CajunsNov 19
- W77-68vs Montana State BobcatsNov 13
- W91-68vs Montana GrizzliesNov 8
- W89-79vs Portland State VikingsNov 5
- L73-75at Louisville CardinalsMar 13
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Utah State | 29-7 | - | 15-5 |
| San Diego State | 22-11 | 1 | 14-6 |
| New Mexico | 26-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Grand Canyon | 20-12 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Nevada | 24-13 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Boise State | 20-12 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Colorado State | 21-13 | 4 | 11-9 |
| UNLV | 18-17 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Wyoming | 18-15 | 6 | 9-11 |
| Fresno State | 13-19 | 8 | 7-13 |
| San José State | 9-24 | 12 | 3-17 |
| Air Force | 3-29 | 15 | 0-20 |
Box score
| Stat | Stanford Cardinal | San José State Spartans |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-46 | 29-64 |
| Field goal % | 61 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 9-18 | 6-17 |
| Three-point % | 50 | 35 |
| Free throws | 21-29 | 18-20 |
| Free throw % | 72 | 90 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 19 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 8 |
| Assists | 16 | 12 |
| Steals | 5 | 9 |
| Blocks | 2 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 20 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 21 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 44 |
| Fouls | 18 | 24 |
| Largest lead | 14 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 99 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half53-48Yaphet Moundi made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half54-48Oskar Giltay made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-50Colby Garland made Layup.
- 2nd Half57-50Ryan Agarwal made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jeremy Dent-Smith.
- 2nd Half59-50AJ Rohosy made Jumper.
- 2nd Half61-50Jeremy Dent-Smith made Layup.
- 2nd Half61-52Adrian Myers made Jumper.
- 2nd Half63-52Aidan Cammann made Jumper.
- 2nd Half63-54Adrian Myers made Jumper.
- 2nd Half63-56Colby Garland made Jumper.
- 2nd Half66-56Jeremy Dent-Smith made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Chisom Okpara.
- 2nd Half66-59Pasha Goodarzi made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jermaine Washington.
- 2nd Half68-59AJ Rohosy made Layup. Assisted by Chisom Okpara.
- 2nd Half69-59Chisom Okpara made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-59Chisom Okpara made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-61Jermaine Washington made Jumper. Assisted by Colby Garland.
- 2nd Half73-61Chisom Okpara made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Benny Gealer.
- 2nd Half74-61AJ Rohosy made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-61AJ Rohosy made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-64Adrian Myers made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Colby Garland.
- 2nd Half76-64Aidan Cammann made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-64Aidan Cammann made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-67Pasha Goodarzi made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jermaine Washington.
- 2nd Half78-67AJ Rohosy made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half78-69Yaphet Moundi made Dunk. Assisted by Colby Garland.
- 2nd Half80-69Ryan Agarwal made Layup. Assisted by Chisom Okpara.
- 2nd Half80-70Yaphet Moundi made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half82-70Ryan Agarwal made Layup.
- 2nd Half82-73Colby Garland made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half82-74Yaphet Moundi made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half82-75Yaphet Moundi made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half82-77Yaphet Moundi made Layup. Assisted by Colby Garland.
- 2nd Half82-78Yaphet Moundi made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half82-79Melvin Bell Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half82-80Melvin Bell Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half83-80Chisom Okpara made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half84-80Chisom Okpara made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half84-82Yaphet Moundi made Layup. Assisted by Colby Garland.
- 2nd Half85-82Benny Gealer made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half86-82Benny Gealer made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours San José State Spartans, below favours Stanford Cardinal.
Venue
- Provident Credit Union Event CenterSan Jose, CA
- Attendance2745
- OfficialsMark Riggs, Daniel Nguyen, Alex Landis
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