UC San Diego Triumphs Over Long Beach State 80-74
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 9:00 PM ET · LBS Financial Credit Union Pyramid
UC San Diego Tritons 80, Long Beach State Beach 74, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won UC San Diego Tritons vs Long Beach State Beach?
UC San Diego Tritons beat Long Beach State Beach 80-74 at LBS Financial Credit Union Pyramid on December 6, 2025.
Who was favored in UC San Diego Tritons vs Long Beach State Beach?
UC San Diego Tritons were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -440 (about 81% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup, UC San Diego Tritons defeated Long Beach State Beach with a final score of 80-74 at the LBS Financial Credit Union Pyramid. This victory continues UC San Diego's strong season, bringing their record to 9-1, while Long Beach State falls to 2-9. The Tritons have shown impressive form this season, boasting an average of 81.5 points scored per game and allowing 68.7 points, highlighting their offensive prowess and defensive capabilities.
Long Beach State entered the game struggling, with a record of 2-8 in their last ten games. They averaged 70.7 points scored and allowed 77.4 points during that stretch, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. Their recent form included a win against San Diego Toreros but was marred by a loss to UC Santa Barbara Gauchos just two days prior to this game.
In terms of home versus away performance, Long Beach State has a home record of 2-3, while UC San Diego has excelled on the road with a 2-1 away record, contributing to their overall success this season. The Tritons have been particularly strong at home, holding a perfect 7-0 record in their home games.
Historically, UC San Diego has had the upper hand in their recent meetings with Long Beach State, winning both encounters earlier in the 2025 season. The previous matchups resulted in a 70-63 victory for UC San Diego on March 7 and an 80-54 win on January 17, further emphasizing their dominance in this fixture.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but both teams have been managing their rosters throughout the season. The absence of key players can often impact performance, but the game proceeded without notable injury reports affecting either side.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had UC San Diego favored by 8.5 points, with a total set at 145.5. The odds reflected the Tritons' strong performance leading into the game, and they managed to cover the spread with their victory.
Conditions during the game were standard for a basketball matchup, with no unusual weather or venue issues reported. Fans in attendance witnessed a competitive game with several key scoring plays that defined the outcome. Notably, Emanuel Prospere II contributed significantly to the Tritons' scoring in the second half, making crucial free throws that extended their lead at pivotal moments.
As the game progressed, Long Beach State fought hard to close the gap, with Petar Majstorovic hitting a three-point jumper that briefly narrowed the score. However, UC San Diego maintained composure, responding with free throws from Alex Chaikin and Prospere II to secure their victory.
Overall, this matchup highlighted the contrasting fortunes of both teams this season, with UC San Diego continuing to build on their successful campaign while Long Beach State seeks to find a way to turn around their season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UCSD -8.5 | 145.5 o -115 / u -105 | UC San Diego Tritons -440 · Long Beach State Beach +340 |
Leaders
- PointsGavin Sykes20Long Beach State Beach
- AssistsRob Diaz III5Long Beach State Beach
- ReboundsShay Johnson Jr.7Long Beach State Beach
- PointsAidan Burke18UC San Diego Tritons
- AssistsTom Beattie5UC San Diego Tritons
- ReboundsLeo Beath11UC San Diego Tritons
Recent form
Long Beach State Beach
Last 10: 2-8Streak L170.7 scored · 77.4 allowed per game2-3 at home
- L77-84at UC Santa Barbara GauchosDec 5
- W76-72vs San Diego TorerosNov 30
- L73-93at Portland PilotsNov 27
- L72-78vs Montana State BobcatsNov 22
- W87-54vs Nobel KnightsNov 20
- L80-82vs Illinois State RedbirdsNov 17
- L66-69at Pacific TigersNov 13
- L62-82at Fresno State BulldogsNov 8
- L45-77at San Diego State AztecsNov 5
- L69-83vs Cal Poly MustangsMar 9
UC San Diego Tritons
Last 10: 9-1Streak L181.5 scored · 68.7 allowed per game2-1 away
- L70-76at Nevada Wolf PackDec 3
- W87-73vs Towson TigersNov 26
- W87-77at Bradley BravesNov 25
- W91-76vs Temple OwlsNov 24
- W75-67vs Idaho VandalsNov 15
- W78-73at Fresno State BulldogsNov 13
- W78-60vs Houston Christian HuskiesNov 9
- W105-73vs La Verne LeopardsNov 4
- W75-61vs UC Irvine AnteatersMar 16
- W69-51vs UC Santa Barbara GauchosMar 15
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 | Long Beach State Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-50 | 29-63 |
| Field goal % | 52 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 9-20 | 9-28 |
| Three-point % | 45 | 32 |
| Free throws | 19-25 | 7-10 |
| Free throw % | 76 | 70 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 5 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 23 |
| Assists | 16 | 13 |
| Steals | 6 | 3 |
| Blocks | 0 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 3 | 0 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 34 |
| Fouls | 15 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 14 | 5 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 75 | 13 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half42-42Petar Majstorovic made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-42Leo Beath made Jumper.
- 2nd Half46-42Tom Beattie made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-42Alex Chaikin made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dimitrije Vukicevic.
- 2nd Half51-42Alex Chaikin made Layup. Assisted by Hudson Mayes.
- 2nd Half53-42Tom Beattie made Layup.
- 2nd Half53-44Gavin Sykes made Jumper.
- 2nd Half53-45Gavin Sykes made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-45Bol Dengdit made Dunk. Assisted by Emanuel Prospere II.
- 2nd Half55-47Gavin Sykes made Jumper.
- 2nd Half56-47Hudson Mayes made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-47Hudson Mayes made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-50Gavin Sykes made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Cole Farrell.
- 2nd Half59-50Aidan Burke made Layup.
- 2nd Half62-50Bol Dengdit made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tom Beattie.
- 2nd Half62-52Cole Farrell made Layup.
- 2nd Half64-52Bol Dengdit made Layup.
- 2nd Half66-52Leo Beath made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half66-54Isaiah Lewis made Jumper.
- 2nd Half67-54Leo Beath made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-56Gavin Sykes made Layup. Assisted by Rob Diaz III.
- 2nd Half67-58Christian Jones made Layup. Assisted by Rob Diaz III.
- 2nd Half69-58Dimitrije Vukicevic made Layup. Assisted by Tom Beattie.
- 2nd Half69-60Rob Diaz III made Layup.
- 2nd Half70-60Leo Beath made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-60Leo Beath made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-63Rob Diaz III made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half71-64Gavin Sykes made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-64Bol Dengdit made Layup. Assisted by Aidan Burke.
- 2nd Half73-66Rob Diaz III made Layup.
- 2nd Half74-66Tom Beattie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-69Petar Majstorovic made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Rob Diaz III.
- 2nd Half75-69Emanuel Prospere II made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-69Emanuel Prospere II made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-72Petar Majstorovic made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Rob Diaz III.
- 2nd Half77-72Alex Chaikin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half78-72Alex Chaikin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half78-74Rob Diaz III made Layup.
- 2nd Half79-74Emanuel Prospere II made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half80-74Emanuel Prospere II made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Long Beach State Beach, below favours UC San Diego Tritons.
Venue
- LBS Financial Credit Union PyramidLong Beach, CA
- Attendance1153
- OfficialsDarron George, Jeff Malham, Michael Mojica
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