Cal State Fullerton Dominates CSU Bakersfield 82-66 Behind Landon Seaman's 18 Points

Cal State Fullerton asserted their dominance over CSU Bakersfield, winning 82-66 in a conference matchup at Titan Gym. The Titans' Landon Seaman led the charge, scoring 18 points to pace his team. Ronald Jessamy was the standout performer for CSU Bakersfield, tallying 19 points, 11 rebounds, and 5 assists in a valiant effort. Despite Jessamy's impressive stat line, the Roadrunners were unable to keep up with the Titans' balanced attack.

At halftime, Cal State Fullerton held a commanding 46-23 lead, with Seaman and Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro combining for 22 points. The Titans' defense was stifling, limiting CSU Bakersfield to just 23 points in the first half. In the second half, the Roadrunners attempted to mount a comeback, scoring 43 points, but it was too little, too late. Cal State Fullerton's lead never dipped below 13 points, and they ultimately emerged with a 16-point victory.

CHD Scout's pre-game prediction had Cal State Fullerton winning by 12.9 points, and the Titans exceeded that margin. The predicted score was 85-72, but Cal State Fullerton's defense held CSU Bakersfield to 66 points, securing a more convincing win. Joshua Ward contributed 9 points and 6 assists for the Titans, while Mike Price added 15 points for the Roadrunners.

This victory was a Quadrant 4 win for Cal State Fullerton, which may not significantly boost their tournament resume but helps to solidify their conference standing. For CSU Bakersfield, the loss was a Quadrant 3 defeat, which won't severely damage their resume but certainly won't help their cause. Cal State Fullerton's current NET ranking of 194 and CSU Bakersfield's ranking of 313 underscore the disparity between the two teams.

The win improves Cal State Fullerton's record to 12-13, while CSU Bakersfield falls to 8-17. As the season enters its final stretch, Cal State Fullerton want to build on this momentum and make a push for a stronger conference finish. While this victory may not have major implications for the Titans' tournament chances, it demonstrates their ability to take care of business against lesser opponents.