Cal State Northridge Defeats UC San Diego 81-64
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Premier America Credit Union Arena
Cal State Northridge Matadors 81, UC San Diego Tritons 64, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won UC San Diego Tritons vs Cal State Northridge Matadors?
Cal State Northridge Matadors beat UC San Diego Tritons 81-64 at Premier America Credit Union Arena on January 31, 2026.
Who was favored in UC San Diego Tritons vs Cal State Northridge Matadors?
UC San Diego Tritons were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -130 (about 57% implied). The underdog won.
In a decisive matchup, the Cal State Northridge Matadors triumphed over the UC San Diego Tritons with a final score of 81-64. This victory marks a significant moment for the Matadors, who improved their home record to 13-10 while the Tritons fell to 15-8 overall. The game took place at the Premier America Credit Union Arena, showcasing the Matadors' ability to perform strongly on their home court.
Cal State Northridge entered the game with a mixed recent form, holding a record of 5-5 over their last ten games, but they were riding a one-game winning streak after defeating UC Davis 94-78 just days prior. The Matadors have scored an average of 83.4 points per game while allowing 83.9 during this stretch. Notably, they have been more successful at home, with a home record of 4-1 in their last five games, averaging 81.0 points scored and 83.8 points allowed.
On the other hand, UC San Diego's recent performance has been less favorable, as they have also recorded a 5-5 record in their last ten games but are currently on a two-game losing streak. Their most recent game resulted in a 48-62 loss to UC Santa Barbara, and they have averaged 72.2 points scored while allowing 69.9 points. The Tritons have struggled more on the road, with a 2-4 record in their last six away games.
The history between these two teams added an intriguing layer to the matchup, as the Matadors had previously defeated the Tritons in their last encounter on January 16, 2026, with a score of 84-79. Overall, the Matadors now lead the head-to-head record 2-1 for the current season, having also lost to the Tritons in two earlier meetings during the 2025 season.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any key players missing from either squad, suggesting that both teams were at full strength for this important fixture. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had UC San Diego as slight favorites with a spread of 1.5 points and a total set at 160.5. The odds reflect the competitive nature of the matchup, with the home moneyline at +110 and the away moneyline at -130.
Conditions during the game were not detailed in the block, but the environment at the Premier America Credit Union Arena is typically conducive to high-energy performances, which likely contributed to the Matadors' strong showing.
As the game progressed, Cal State Northridge established a commanding lead, capitalizing on their home advantage. Key moments included a series of scoring plays in the second half, where Jaden Vance and Mahmoud Fofana made crucial baskets to extend the Matadors' lead. Vance's layup and free throws, along with Fofana's dunk, highlighted the Matadors' offensive prowess as they maintained control of the game.
Overall, this victory not only boosts Cal State Northridge's confidence but also reinforces their position in the league standings, while UC San Diego will need to regroup and address their recent struggles as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UCSD -1.5 | 160.5 o -108 / u -112 | UC San Diego Tritons -130 · Cal State Northridge Matadors +110 |
Leaders
- PointsMahmoud Fofana22Cal State Northridge Matadors
- AssistsJosiah Davis10Cal State Northridge Matadors
- ReboundsMahmoud Fofana10Cal State Northridge Matadors
- PointsHudson Mayes11UC San Diego Tritons
- AssistsHudson Mayes5UC San Diego Tritons
- ReboundsHudson Mayes8UC San Diego Tritons
Recent form
Cal State Northridge Matadors
Last 10: 5-5Streak W183.4 scored · 83.9 allowed per game4-1 at home
- W94-78vs UC Davis AggiesJan 30
- L68-89at Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsJan 25
- L80-87vs Long Beach State BeachJan 18
- W84-79at UC San Diego TritonsJan 16
- L79-86at Cal State Fullerton TitansJan 11
- W95-90vs Cal Poly MustangsJan 9
- W74-65vs UC Santa Barbara GauchosJan 3
- L80-89at UC Davis AggiesJan 1
- L80-88at Stanford CardinalDec 28
- W100-88vs Sacramento State HornetsDec 23
UC San Diego Tritons
Last 10: 5-5Streak L272.2 scored · 69.9 allowed per game3-1 away
- L48-62vs UC Santa Barbara GauchosJan 30
- L59-61vs UC Irvine AnteatersJan 25
- W80-74at UC Davis AggiesJan 23
- W83-62at Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersJan 17
- L79-84vs Cal State Northridge MatadorsJan 16
- W69-66at UC Riverside HighlandersJan 11
- L71-88vs Cal State Fullerton TitansJan 9
- W83-73vs Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsJan 4
- L65-67at Cal Poly MustangsJan 2
- W85-62vs Stanton ElksDec 29
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 San Diego Tritons | Cal State Northridge Matadors |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-70 | 28-62 |
| Field goal % | 34 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 8-28 | 7-21 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 33 |
| Free throws | 8-18 | 18-23 |
| Free throw % | 44 | 78 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 48 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 34 |
| Assists | 16 | 21 |
| Steals | 12 | 3 |
| Blocks | 5 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 23 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 42 |
| Fouls | 21 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 18 |
| Lead changes | 7 | 7 |
| Time in front | 10 | 80 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half31-45Hudson Mayes makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half33-45Tom Beattie makes layup
- 2nd Half35-45Hudson Mayes makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half37-45Cade Pendleton makes 7-foot turnaround jump shot (Leo Beath assists)
- 2nd Half39-45Alex Chaikin makes layup (Hudson Mayes assists)
- 2nd Half42-45Cade Pendleton makes 27-foot three point jumper (Hudson Mayes assists)
- 2nd Half42-47Mahmoud Fofana makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half42-48Joshua O'Garro makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-48Hudson Mayes makes 4-foot dunk (Cade Pendleton assists)
- 2nd Half44-51Larry Hughes II makes 26-foot three point jumper (Josiah Davis assists)
- 2nd Half44-52Josiah Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-53Josiah Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-54Josiah Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-56Mahmoud Fofana makes layup (James Evans Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half45-56Alex Chaikin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-57Mahmoud Fofana makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-58James Evans Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-59James Evans Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-59Tom Beattie makes 26-foot three point jumper (Cade Pendleton assists)
- 2nd Half48-60Mahmoud Fofana makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-61Mahmoud Fofana makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-63Mahmoud Fofana makes driving layup (Josiah Davis assists)
- 2nd Half50-63Cade Pendleton makes layup (Hudson Mayes assists)
- 2nd Half50-65Larry Hughes II makes 8-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half53-65Leo Beath makes 26-foot three point jumper (Cade Pendleton assists)
- 2nd Half53-67Grady Lewis makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half53-70Larry Hughes II makes 23-foot three point jumper (Josiah Davis assists)
- 2nd Half56-70Leo Beath makes 26-foot three point jumper (Tom Beattie assists)
- 2nd Half56-72Mahmoud Fofana makes layup (Josiah Davis assists)
- 2nd Half56-73Josiah Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-73Leo Beath makes 8-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half58-75Mahmoud Fofana makes layup (Josiah Davis assists)
- 2nd Half60-75Jaden Vance makes layup
- 2nd Half61-75Jaden Vance makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-75Leo Beath makes layup (Tom Beattie assists)
- 2nd Half63-77Mahmoud Fofana makes 5-foot dunk (Josiah Davis assists)
- 2nd Half63-79Joshua O'Garro makes 4-foot dunk (Josiah Davis assists)
- 2nd Half63-80Jordan Brinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-81Jordan Brinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-81Trap Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Cal State Northridge Matadors, below favours UC San Diego Tritons.
Venue
- Premier America Credit Union ArenaNorthridge, CA
- Attendance715
- OfficialsRoland Simmons, Bill Vinovich, Jeff Flowers
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