UC Davis Defeats Long Beach State in Overtime Thriller
Thursday, March 5, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · LBS Financial Credit Union Pyramid
UC Davis Aggies 76, Long Beach State Beach 70, 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 Long Beach State Beach?
UC Davis Aggies beat Long Beach State Beach 76-70 at LBS Financial Credit Union Pyramid on March 5, 2026.
Who was favored in UC Davis Aggies vs Long Beach State Beach?
UC Davis Aggies were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -130 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the UC Davis Aggies edged out the Long Beach State Beach with a final score of 76-70 after overtime. This victory is significant as it highlights the Aggies' resilience and ability to perform under pressure, particularly in a game that went beyond regulation time.
The Aggies entered the game with a record of 18-12, showcasing a competitive season compared to the Beach's 9-22 record. UC Davis had been performing well recently, with a record of 6-4 in their last ten games, although they were coming off a loss to the Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors. They averaged 74.9 points scored and allowed 73.0 points during this stretch. In contrast, Long Beach State struggled with a record of 1-9 over their last ten games, averaging 73.8 points scored while allowing 80.4 points, indicating defensive vulnerabilities.
At home, Long Beach State had a dismal record of 0-5 in their last five games, while UC Davis had a more favorable away record of 2-3. The previous meetings between these two teams this season also favored the Aggies, who won their earlier encounter 71-54 on February 14, 2026. Historically, the Aggies now lead the head-to-head matchup with a record of 2-1 over the last three meetings, further establishing their dominance in this rivalry.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the overall performance and recent form of both teams suggest that player availability could have influenced the game. The odds from DraftKings indicated UC Davis as a slight favorite, with a spread of 1.5 points and a total set at 149.5, reflecting the expectation of a closely contested game.
The game took place at the LBS Financial Credit Union Pyramid, where the atmosphere was charged with anticipation. As the game unfolded, both teams displayed moments of brilliance, but it was UC Davis's ability to execute in critical moments that ultimately secured their victory. Key plays in overtime included Marcus Wilson making crucial free throws and a driving layup that helped the Aggies maintain their lead.
Fans watching the game were treated to a display of competitive basketball, with both teams fighting for every point. The Aggies' ability to capitalize on free throw opportunities in overtime proved pivotal, as they managed to convert several critical shots from the line to seal the win.
Overall, this matchup not only showcased the skills of both teams but also highlighted the ongoing challenges faced by Long Beach State as they seek to improve their performance in the remaining games of the season. Meanwhile, UC Davis will look to build on this momentum as they continue their campaign.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UCD -1.5 | 149.5 o -115 / u -105 | UC Davis Aggies -130 · Long Beach State Beach +110 |
Leaders
- PointsRob Diaz III33Long Beach State Beach
- AssistsRob Diaz III2Long Beach State Beach
- ReboundsRob Diaz III12Long Beach State Beach
- PointsMarcus Wilson30UC Davis Aggies
- AssistsBrayden Fagbemi4UC Davis Aggies
- ReboundsNiko Rocak13UC Davis Aggies
Recent form
Long Beach State Beach
Last 10: 1-9Streak W173.8 scored · 80.4 allowed per game0-5 at home
- W88-87at Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersMar 1
- L92-102at Cal Poly MustangsFeb 27
- L76-78vs Cal State Northridge MatadorsFeb 22
- L58-69vs UC Irvine AnteatersFeb 20
- L54-71at UC Davis AggiesFeb 14
- L82-86vs Cal State Fullerton TitansFeb 13
- L74-77at UC San Diego TritonsFeb 6
- L82-89vs Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsJan 31
- L61-71at UC Riverside HighlandersJan 30
- L71-74vs UC Santa Barbara GauchosJan 25
UC Davis Aggies
Last 10: 6-4Streak L174.9 scored · 73 allowed per game2-3 away
- L73-77vs Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsFeb 27
- W78-73at UC Riverside HighlandersFeb 21
- L92-93at Cal State Fullerton TitansFeb 20
- W71-54vs Long Beach State BeachFeb 14
- L51-68at UC San Diego TritonsFeb 13
- W67-58vs Cal Poly MustangsFeb 7
- W85-75vs UC Santa Barbara GauchosFeb 6
- W80-72at Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersJan 31
- L78-94at Cal State Northridge MatadorsJan 30
- W74-66vs UC Riverside HighlandersJan 24
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 | Long Beach State Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-59 | 28-68 |
| Field goal % | 39 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 6-25 | 6-20 |
| Three-point % | 24 | 30 |
| Free throws | 24-32 | 8-16 |
| Free throw % | 75 | 50 |
| Rebounds | 42 | 43 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 33 | 31 |
| Assists | 11 | 9 |
| Steals | 7 | 7 |
| Blocks | 5 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 21 | 6 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 34 |
| Fouls | 19 | 25 |
| Largest lead | 6 | 9 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 29 | 60 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half36-41Marcus Wilson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half36-43Isaiah Lewis makes 16-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half38-43Marcus Wilson makes layup
- 2nd Half40-43Marcus Wilson makes layup
- 2nd Half41-43Marcus Wilson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half41-45Rob Diaz III makes driving layup
- 2nd Half41-46Rob Diaz III makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half41-48Petar Majstorovic makes layup (Christian Jones assists)
- 2nd Half43-48Omer Suljanovic makes layup
- 2nd Half46-48Isaiah Chappell makes 26-foot three point jumper (Brayden Fagbemi assists)
- 2nd Half46-50Petar Majstorovic makes 9-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half47-50Niko Rocak makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-50Isaiah Chappell makes 26-foot three point jumper (Niko Rocak assists)
- 2nd Half50-53Shaquil Bender makes 23-foot three point jumper (Petar Majstorovic assists)
- 2nd Half53-53Marcus Wilson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Brayden Fagbemi assists)
- 2nd Half55-53Marcus Wilson makes layup
- 2nd Half56-53Marcus Wilson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half58-53Carl Daughtery Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half58-55Petar Majstorovic makes layup (Shay Johnson Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half60-55Marcus Wilson makes layup
- 2nd Half60-57Rob Diaz III makes 17-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half61-57Marcus Wilson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-57Marcus Wilson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-60Rob Diaz III makes 24-foot three point jumper (Cole Farrell assists)
- 2nd Half62-62Rob Diaz III makes layup
- OT62-64Rob Diaz III makes driving layup
- OT64-64Niko Rocak makes layup
- OT65-64Niko Rocak makes free throw 1 of 1
- OT68-64Brayden Fagbemi makes 27-foot three point jumper (Marcus Wilson assists)
- OT69-64Niko Rocak makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT70-64Marcus Wilson makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT70-67Rob Diaz III makes 26-foot three point jumper (Cole Farrell assists)
- OT72-67Marcus Wilson makes driving layup
- OT72-68Rob Diaz III makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT73-68Marcus Wilson makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT74-68Marcus Wilson makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT74-69Rob Diaz III makes free throw 1 of 3
- OT74-70Rob Diaz III makes free throw 2 of 3
- OT75-70Brayden Fagbemi makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT76-70Brayden Fagbemi makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Long Beach State Beach, below favours UC Davis Aggies.
Venue
- LBS Financial Credit Union PyramidLong Beach, CA
- Attendance1419
- OfficialsShawn Lehigh, Kelly Pfeifer, James Ford
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