Cal State Northridge Defeats UC San Diego 80-70
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Lee's Family Forum
Cal State Northridge Matadors 80, UC San Diego Tritons 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 San Diego Tritons vs Cal State Northridge Matadors?
Cal State Northridge Matadors beat UC San Diego Tritons 80-70 at Lee's Family Forum on March 12, 2026.
Who was favored in UC San Diego Tritons vs Cal State Northridge Matadors?
UC San Diego Tritons were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -125 (about 56% 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 80-70. This victory marks a significant moment for the Matadors, who have been battling through a challenging season. The game took place at Lee's Family Forum, showcasing the Matadors' home-court advantage against their rivals. With this win, Cal State Northridge improved its home record to 3-2, while UC San Diego's away record now stands at 2-3.
Cal State Northridge entered the game with a record of 20-13, having won 7 of their last 10 games, though they were on a one-game losing streak prior to this match. Their recent form showed an average of 82.7 points scored per game and 79.0 points allowed. The Matadors had previously faced the Tritons on February 1, 2026, winning that encounter 81-64, which added to the competitive history between the two teams, now tied at 2-2 in their last four meetings.
On the other hand, UC San Diego, with a record of 23-11, was riding a two-game winning streak into this game, having won 8 of their last 10 contests. They averaged 72.6 points scored and allowed 67.5 points in that stretch. Despite their strong season, the Tritons struggled to maintain their momentum against Cal State Northridge.
The odds for the game, provided by DraftKings, had UC San Diego favored by 1.5 points, with a total set at 153.5. The betting market reflected a competitive matchup, but the Matadors' performance proved them to be the stronger side on the day.
In terms of player contributions, several key scoring plays defined the second half. Emanuel Prospere II made a driving layup to bring the Tritons within five points at 73-68, but the Matadors responded with crucial baskets from Grady Lewis and Josiah Davis, who both made significant layups and free throws to extend their lead. Mahmoud Fofana capped off the scoring for Cal State Northridge with two free throws, solidifying their victory at 80-70.
The conditions in the arena were conducive to a high-energy game, with both teams displaying their offensive capabilities. The Matadors' ability to score efficiently at home, coupled with their defensive efforts, ultimately led them to a well-deserved victory. Fans witnessed an exciting clash, with the Matadors demonstrating resilience and skill, especially in the latter stages of the game.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UCSD -1.5 | 153.5 o -115 / u -105 | UC San Diego Tritons -125 · Cal State Northridge Matadors +105 |
Leaders
- PointsLarry Hughes II34Cal State Northridge Matadors
- AssistsJosiah Davis9Cal State Northridge Matadors
- ReboundsMahmoud Fofana12Cal State Northridge Matadors
- PointsTom Beattie22UC San Diego Tritons
- AssistsTom Beattie5UC San Diego Tritons
- ReboundsTom Beattie7UC San Diego Tritons
Recent form
Cal State Northridge Matadors
Last 10: 7-3Streak L182.7 scored · 79 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L77-90vs Cal State Fullerton TitansMar 8
- W86-84at Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersMar 6
- L84-95at UC Riverside HighlandersMar 1
- L67-68vs UC Irvine AnteatersFeb 27
- W78-76at Long Beach State BeachFeb 22
- W85-83at UC Santa Barbara GauchosFeb 20
- W84-60vs Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsFeb 15
- W88-74vs UC Riverside HighlandersFeb 7
- W97-96at Cal Poly MustangsFeb 6
- W81-64vs UC San Diego TritonsFeb 1
UC San Diego Tritons
Last 10: 8-2Streak W272.6 scored · 67.5 allowed per game2-2 away
- W72-69vs Cal Poly MustangsMar 12
- W64-63at UC Santa Barbara GauchosMar 8
- L71-75at Cal State Fullerton TitansMar 6
- W80-64vs Cal Poly MustangsMar 1
- W84-72vs Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersFeb 27
- W71-69at UC Irvine AnteatersFeb 22
- W72-66vs UC Riverside HighlandersFeb 15
- W68-51vs UC Davis AggiesFeb 13
- L67-72at Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsFeb 8
- W77-74vs Long Beach State BeachFeb 6
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 | 23-61 | 30-61 |
| Field goal % | 38 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 9-33 | 8-28 |
| Three-point % | 27 | 29 |
| Free throws | 15-17 | 12-15 |
| Free throw % | 88 | 80 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 29 |
| Assists | 16 | 19 |
| Steals | 5 | 5 |
| Blocks | 3 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 14 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 34 |
| Fouls | 13 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 10 |
| Lead changes | 9 | 9 |
| Time in front | 51 | 41 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half43-36Larry Hughes II makes 15-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half43-37Jordan Brinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-38Jordan Brinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-38Hudson Mayes makes 25-foot three point jumper (Alex Chaikin assists)
- 2nd Half46-41Jordan Brinson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Josiah Davis assists)
- 2nd Half46-44Larry Hughes II makes 27-foot three point jumper (Mahmoud Fofana assists)
- 2nd Half46-46Josiah Davis makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half49-46Tom Beattie makes 25-foot three point jumper (Leo Beath assists)
- 2nd Half49-48Joshua O'Garro makes layup (Grady Lewis assists)
- 2nd Half49-51Larry Hughes II makes 26-foot three point jumper (Mahmoud Fofana assists)
- 2nd Half51-51Hudson Mayes makes layup (Aidan Burke assists)
- 2nd Half52-51Hudson Mayes makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half52-53Larry Hughes II makes layup (Joshua O'Garro assists)
- 2nd Half55-53Aidan Burke makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tom Beattie assists)
- 2nd Half55-55Grady Lewis makes 5-foot hook shot (Larry Hughes II assists)
- 2nd Half58-55Aidan Burke makes 24-foot three point jumper (Tom Beattie assists)
- 2nd Half58-58Joshua O'Garro makes 24-foot three point jumper (Josiah Davis assists)
- 2nd Half58-60Joshua O'Garro makes 11-foot jumper
- 2nd Half59-60Dimitrije Vukicevic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-63Larry Hughes II makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half59-65Larry Hughes II makes 13-foot pullup jump shot (Joshua O'Garro assists)
- 2nd Half61-65Hudson Mayes makes layup
- 2nd Half61-67Joshua O'Garro makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-68Josiah Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-68Alex Chaikin makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half63-68Alex Chaikin makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half64-68Alex Chaikin makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half64-70Josiah Davis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half64-71Josiah Davis makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half66-71Hudson Mayes makes layup (Tom Beattie assists)
- 2nd Half66-72Josiah Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-73Josiah Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-73Emanuel Prospere II makes driving layup
- 2nd Half68-75Grady Lewis makes layup (Josiah Davis assists)
- 2nd Half69-75Hudson Mayes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-75Hudson Mayes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-77Josiah Davis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half70-78Josiah Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-79Mahmoud Fofana makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-80Mahmoud Fofana makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Cal State Northridge Matadors, below favours UC San Diego Tritons.
Venue
- Lee's Family ForumHenderson, NV
- OfficialsDeron White, Matthew Rukasin, Eric Curry
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