UC Davis Tops Cal State Bakersfield in NCAAB Showdown
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 5:00 PM ET · Icardo Center
UC Davis Aggies 80, Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners 72, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won UC Davis Aggies vs Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners?
UC Davis Aggies beat Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners 80-72 at Icardo Center on January 31, 2026.
Who was favored in UC Davis Aggies vs Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners?
UC Davis Aggies were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -250 (about 71% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the UC Davis Aggies defeated the Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners with a final score of 80-72 at the Icardo Center. This victory marks UC Davis's continued dominance over Bakersfield, extending their head-to-head record to 3-0 in recent meetings, including a previous encounter earlier this season where UC Davis also emerged victorious with an 81-79 score.
The Aggies entered this game with a record of 13-9, showcasing a solid performance over their last ten games with a record of 6-4, although they faced a setback in their most recent outing, losing to Cal State Northridge. UC Davis averaged 82.2 points scored and allowed 76.4 points during this stretch, indicating a strong offensive capability but some vulnerabilities on defense. Their away record stood at 1-2, reflecting the challenges they faced on the road.
Conversely, the Roadrunners struggled significantly this season, holding an 8-15 record. Their recent form has been particularly concerning, with a streak of five consecutive losses, bringing their last ten games to a record of 4-6. During this stretch, Bakersfield averaged 74.2 points scored while allowing an average of 79.6 points, highlighting their defensive struggles. At home, they managed a record of 3-4, which included a narrow win against UC Davis earlier in the season.
The game took place under conditions typical for indoor basketball, with no adverse weather factors affecting play. The market had priced UC Davis as 5.5-point favorites according to DraftKings, with a total set at 152.5. The Aggies were listed at -250 on the money line, while the Roadrunners were at +205, reflecting the expected outcome based on their respective performances.
In terms of player contributions, Connor Sevilla played a crucial role for UC Davis, especially in the second half where he made several key free throws that helped maintain their lead. The Aggies' scoring was further bolstered by Dailin Smith, who hit a significant three-point jumper, showcasing the team’s ability to capitalize on critical moments.
As the game unfolded, UC Davis's ability to convert free throws in the closing moments proved vital, allowing them to secure the win despite Bakersfield's efforts to close the gap. The Roadrunners' recent form and inability to secure a win at home were evident, as they struggled to contain the Aggies' scoring runs.
Overall, this matchup highlighted the contrasting fortunes of both teams in the current season, with UC Davis continuing to assert their dominance in the series against Cal State Bakersfield.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UCD -5.5 | 152.5 o -112 / u -108 | UC Davis Aggies -250 · Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners +205 |
Leaders
- PointsMike Price24Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
- AssistsKadar Waller6Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
- ReboundsPierre Geneste Jr.9Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
- PointsConnor Sevilla22UC Davis Aggies
- AssistsMarcus Wilson5UC Davis Aggies
- ReboundsJalen Stokes5UC Davis Aggies
Recent form
Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
Last 10: 4-6Streak L574.2 scored · 79.6 allowed per game3-4 at home
- L79-104vs Cal Poly MustangsJan 30
- L71-98at Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsJan 23
- L62-83vs UC San Diego TritonsJan 17
- L69-75vs UC Santa Barbara GauchosJan 16
- L75-81at Long Beach State BeachJan 11
- W67-66vs UC Riverside HighlandersJan 9
- W81-79at UC Davis AggiesJan 3
- L77-81vs UC Irvine AnteatersJan 1
- W64-63vs Idaho VandalsDec 23
- W97-66vs Nobel KnightsDec 19
UC Davis Aggies
Last 10: 6-4Streak L182.2 scored · 76.4 allowed per game1-2 away
- L78-94at Cal State Northridge MatadorsJan 30
- W74-66vs UC Riverside HighlandersJan 24
- L74-80vs UC San Diego TritonsJan 23
- W75-72vs UC Irvine AnteatersJan 17
- W74-69vs Cal State Fullerton TitansJan 16
- L78-84at Cal Poly MustangsJan 10
- W93-86at UC Santa Barbara GauchosJan 9
- L79-81vs Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersJan 3
- W89-80vs Cal State Northridge MatadorsJan 1
- W108-52vs Pacific Union PACIFIC UNIONDec 28
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 | UC Davis Aggies | Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-54 | 26-54 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 7-22 | 6-16 |
| Three-point % | 32 | 38 |
| Free throws | 25-31 | 14-20 |
| Free throw % | 81 | 70 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 30 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 22 |
| Assists | 11 | 13 |
| Steals | 9 | 7 |
| Blocks | 2 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Points off turnovers | 17 | 6 |
| Fast-break points | 18 | 8 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 30 |
| Fouls | 18 | 24 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 5 |
| Lead changes | 10 | 10 |
| Time in front | 50 | 36 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half44-44Jalen Stokes makes 2-foot jumper
- 2nd Half44-46Mike Price makes driving layup
- 2nd Half44-49Mike Price makes 26-foot three point jumper (Kadar Waller assists)
- 2nd Half47-49Connor Sevilla makes 23-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Chappell assists)
- 2nd Half47-52Bentley Waller makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half48-52Carl Daughtery Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-52Carl Daughtery Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-54Ronald Jessamy makes layup (Kadar Waller assists)
- 2nd Half51-54Carl Daughtery Jr. makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half52-54Carl Daughtery Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half52-56Mike Price makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half54-56Marcus Wilson makes layup
- 2nd Half54-58AJ George makes 10-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half57-58Connor Sevilla makes 26-foot three point jumper (Marcus Wilson assists)
- 2nd Half57-60AJ George makes layup (Kadar Waller assists)
- 2nd Half58-60Connor Sevilla makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-60Connor Sevilla makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-60Nils Cooper makes 14-foot jumper (Carl Daughtery Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half61-61Dailin Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-62Dailin Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-62Isaiah Chappell makes 26-foot three point jumper (Marcus Wilson assists)
- 2nd Half66-62Nils Cooper makes layup (Marcus Wilson assists)
- 2nd Half67-62Nils Cooper makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half67-64Dailin Smith makes layup
- 2nd Half67-65Dailin Smith makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half69-65Jalen Stokes makes driving layup
- 2nd Half71-65Jalen Stokes makes 8-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half71-66Dailin Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-67Dailin Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-67Jalen Stokes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-67Jalen Stokes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-69Ronald Jessamy makes 17-foot jumper (Dailin Smith assists)
- 2nd Half74-69Connor Sevilla makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-69Connor Sevilla makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-69Connor Sevilla makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-69Connor Sevilla makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-69Jalen Stokes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-72Dailin Smith makes 28-foot three point jumper (Kadar Waller assists)
- 2nd Half79-72Connor Sevilla makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-72Connor Sevilla makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners, below favours UC Davis Aggies.
Venue
- Icardo CenterBakersfield, CA
- Attendance768
- OfficialsWilson Holland, Chad Shepherd, Toby Doolittle
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