CSU Bakersfield (8-9) vs CSU Northridge (11-5)
Game Info: Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 9:30 pm (Icardo Center)
Betting Odds: CSU Bakersfield +4.5 -- Over/Under: 146.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: ESPN+
The Cal State Northridge Matadors and Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners meet Saturday in college basketball action at the Icardo Center. Here’s a Cal State Northridge vs Cal State Bakersfield Prediction. This article will include a Cal State Northridge vs Cal State Bakersfield Pick.
Cal State Northridge Matadors Betting Preview
The Cal State Northridge Matadors lost to UC Irvine, beat UC Davis, and they play Hawaii, LBSU, and UC San Diego next. The Cal State Northridge Matadors are averaging 80.8 points on 46.3 percent shooting and allowing 69.8 points on 37.7 percent shooting. Marcus Adams Jr. is averaging 15.2 points and 4.9 rebounds, while Scotty Washington is averaging 13.6 points and 3.3 rebounds. Keonte Jones is the third double-digit scorer, and PJ Fuller II is dishing 3.5 assists. The Cal State Northridge Matadors are shooting 33.7 percent from beyond the arc and 71.1 percent from the free-throw line. The Cal State Northridge Matadors are allowing 32.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 37.5 rebounds per game.
Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners Betting Preview
The Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners lost to UC Santa Barbara, beat LBSU, and they play Hawaii, Cal State Fullerton, and UC Riverside next. The Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners are averaging 73.9 points on 44.6 percent shooting and allowing 70.3 points on 43.4 percent shooting. Jemel Jones is averaging 15.9 points and 3.1 rebounds, while Corey Stephenson is averaging 12.3 points and 6.3 rebounds. Marvin McGhee III is the third double-digit scorer and CJ Hardy is grabbing 2.2 rebounds. The Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners are shooting 40.1 percent from beyond the arc and 75.7 percent from the free throw line. The Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners are allowing 31.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33.5 rebounds per game.
Why the Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners will win
- Cal State Bakersfield has won eight of its last nine games at Icardo Center.
- Cal State Northridge has lost three of its last four night games against Conference opponents.
- Cal State Northridge has lost the first half in six of its last eight night games against Conference opponents.
Why the Cal State Northridge Matadors will win
- Cal State Northridge has won four of its last five games.
Matchup/League Facts
- Cal State Bakersfield ranks 355th among Division 1 teams for three-point field goal attempts per game this season (16.6).
- Cal State Bakersfield ranks 11th among Division 1 teams for a three-point percentage this season (40.1%).
- Cal State Northridge ranks T9th among Division 1 teams for opponent field goals made per game this season (20.7).
- Cal State Northridge ranks 11th among Division 1 teams for opponent field goal percentage this season (37.7%).
Cal State Northridge vs Cal State Bakersfield Injury Report
Neither Cal State Northridge nor Cal State Bakersfield has a player listed on its injury report.
Cal State Northridge vs Cal State Bakersfield Prediction
The Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners are 6-1 SU at home this season, so they have to like their chances to compete. The problem is Cal State Bakersfield is inconsistent as all hell and their offensive effort comes and goes. The Cal State Northridge Matadors are far more efficient on both ends of the floor, and they're 9-5 ATS on the season. Cal State Northridge also has five road wins this season. Cal State Northridge is simply the better team and far more trustworthy. The line is reasonable. Give me the Cal State Northridge Matadors for their sixth road win of the year.
Randy’s Pick CSU Northridge -4.5
AUTHOR: Randy Chambers
