Cal State Bakersfield Dominates Whittier Poets 83-61
Thursday, November 6, 2025, 2:00 PM ET · Icardo Center
Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners 83, Whittier Poets 61, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Whittier Poets vs Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners?
Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners beat Whittier Poets 83-61 at Icardo Center on November 6, 2025.
The Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners secured a decisive victory against the Whittier Poets, winning 83-61 at the Icardo Center. This matchup was particularly interesting as it showcased the Roadrunners' ability to bounce back from recent struggles, while the Poets continued to seek their first win of the season. Cal State Bakersfield improved their record to 2-2 at home, demonstrating a stronger performance in front of their fans compared to their away games.
In terms of recent form, the Roadrunners had a mixed record of 4-6 over their last ten games, but they were on a two-game losing streak prior to this win. In their last five games, they averaged 72.4 points scored but allowed 81.4 points, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. The most recent outing before this game saw them lose to the California Golden Bears with a score of 60-87. However, their home performance has been more favorable, with a record of 2-2 at the Icardo Center.
On the other hand, the Whittier Poets faced a tough start to their season, having lost their only game so far against the Utah Tech Trailblazers, where they were defeated 66-100. Their performance indicated significant defensive challenges, as they allowed an average of 100 points in that game. This matchup against the Roadrunners was crucial for the Poets to gain momentum, but they were unable to capitalize on the opportunity.
Historically, the Roadrunners and Poets have not faced each other frequently, making this game an intriguing encounter. The Roadrunners' strong home court advantage was evident, and they managed to capitalize on it effectively. The conditions for the game were favorable, with no significant weather factors impacting the indoor venue.
In terms of injury updates, the block did not provide specific details on player health, which could have influenced the game dynamics. However, the Roadrunners' lineup appeared to be intact, allowing them to field a competitive team against the Poets.
The betting market reflected confidence in the Roadrunners, with a home win probability of 1.0, indicating that they were heavily favored to win this matchup. This aligns with their performance, as they demonstrated a strong offensive strategy and solid defense throughout the game.
As the game progressed, key moments included a series of scoring plays in the second half, where the Roadrunners extended their lead. Notable contributions came from players like TJ James Jr., who made a three-point jumper, and Bentley Waller, who assisted multiple plays, including a dunk that showcased the Roadrunners' offensive prowess.
Overall, the game highlighted the Roadrunners' potential as they look to improve their season record, while the Poets will need to regroup and address their defensive issues moving forward.
Leaders
- PointsCJ Hardy17Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
- AssistsKadar Waller4Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
- ReboundsPierre Geneste Jr.13Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
- PointsJonathan Duley13Whittier Poets
- AssistsSean Cervantes5Whittier Poets
- ReboundsTochi Onyeador9Whittier Poets
Recent form
Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners
Last 10: 4-6Streak L270.6 scored · 74.2 allowed per game2-2 at home
- L60-87at California Golden BearsNov 4
- L66-71at UC Santa Barbara GauchosMar 13
- W76-64vs Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsMar 7
- L72-98at Cal Poly MustangsMar 1
- W88-87at Long Beach State BeachFeb 28
- L64-73vs UC Irvine AnteatersFeb 23
- W71-66at UC Davis AggiesFeb 21
- W91-54vs Cal State Fullerton TitansFeb 15
- L54-73vs UC San Diego TritonsFeb 14
- L64-69at UC Riverside HighlandersFeb 9
Whittier Poets
1 game: 0-1Streak L166 scored · 100 allowed per game0-1 away
- L66-100at Utah Tech TrailblazersDec 17
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 | Whittier Poets | Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-64 | 32-77 |
| Field goal % | 33 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 7-29 | 5-23 |
| Three-point % | 24 | 22 |
| Free throws | 12-24 | 14-23 |
| Free throw % | 50 | 61 |
| Rebounds | 38 | 58 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 18 |
| Defensive rebounds | 30 | 40 |
| Assists | 10 | 13 |
| Steals | 6 | 8 |
| Blocks | 1 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Points off turnovers | 3 | 18 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 20 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 48 |
| Fouls | 19 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 35 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half26-46Dailin Smith made Jumper.
- 2nd Half26-48Dailin Smith made Layup. Assisted by Tom Mark.
- 2nd Half26-49CJ Hardy made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half26-50CJ Hardy made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half26-52CJ Hardy made Layup.
- 2nd Half26-53CJ Hardy made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half26-55CJ Hardy made Dunk.
- 2nd Half26-57AJ George made Jumper.
- 2nd Half28-57Tochi Onyeador made Jumper.
- 2nd Half28-59Tom Mark made Layup.
- 2nd Half31-59Jaden Mathis made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Sean Cervantes.
- 2nd Half31-61Tom Mark made Layup.
- 2nd Half31-63Ronald Jessamy made Layup.
- 2nd Half33-63Jaden Mathis made Layup. Assisted by David Estes.
- 2nd Half33-65Dylan Purnell made Layup.
- 2nd Half33-67Dylan Purnell made Dunk. Assisted by Dailin Smith.
- 2nd Half36-67David Estes made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Peyton Guerrero.
- 2nd Half36-69Bentley Waller made Layup.
- 2nd Half36-71Pierre Geneste Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Mike Price.
- 2nd Half38-71Peyton Guerrero made Layup. Assisted by Bryce Whitaker.
- 2nd Half39-71Jonathan Duley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-71Jonathan Duley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-72Dylan Purnell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-72Sean Cervantes made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-72Tochi Onyeador made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-74Ronald Jessamy made Layup.
- 2nd Half45-74Peyton Guerrero made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Sean Cervantes.
- 2nd Half47-74Tochi Onyeador made Layup. Assisted by Sean Cervantes.
- 2nd Half48-74Chinecherem Nwanevu made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-74Chinecherem Nwanevu made Jumper.
- 2nd Half50-77TJ James Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kadar Waller.
- 2nd Half51-77Sverre Woudstra made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-77Sean Cervantes made Layup.
- 2nd Half53-80TJ James Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Bentley Waller.
- 2nd Half54-80Sverre Woudstra made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-81Dylan Purnell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-81Koleton Fenton made Layup. Assisted by Brandon Romo.
- 2nd Half59-81Jonathan Duley made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Brandon Romo.
- 2nd Half59-83Bentley Waller made Dunk. Assisted by Kadar Waller.
- 2nd Half61-83Jonathan Duley made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners, below favours Whittier Poets.
Venue
- Icardo CenterBakersfield, CA
- Attendance1735
- OfficialsMichael Greenstein, Deldre Carr, Matthew Rukasin
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