Halftime Report
Only one more half stands between CS Fullerton and the win they were favored to collect coming into this evening. They have jumped out to a quick 33-28 lead against CSNorthridge.
CS Fullerton came into the match with some extra motivation after the loss they were dealt the last time these two teams faced off. We'll see if they're able to flip the script or if it'll just be more of the same.
Who's Playing
CSNorthridge Matadors @ CS Fullerton Titans
Current Records: CSNorthridge 17-11, CS Fullerton 12-15
How To Watch
- When: Saturday, February 24, 2024 at 9 p.m. ET
- Where: Titan Gym -- Fullerton, California
- Follow: CBS Sports App
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- Ticket Cost: $26.25
What to Know
CSNorthridge has enjoyed a two-game homestand but will soon have to dust off their road jerseys. They and the CS Fullerton Titans will face off in a Big West battle at 9:00 p.m. ET on Saturday at Titan Gym. CSNorthridge is expected to lose this one by 2.5 points, so we'll see if that gives them a bit of motivation.
Last Thursday, the Matadors were just a bucket shy of victory and fell 66-65 to the Aggies. The loss unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for CSNorthridge in their matchups with the Aggies: they've now lost seven in a row.
Meanwhile, CS Fullerton finally caught a break after five consecutive losses. They strolled past the Mustangs with points to spare on Thursday, taking the game 68-50.
The Matadors' defeat dropped their record down to 17-11. As for the Titans, their win bumped their record up to 12-15.
Saturday's match is shaping up to be a scrappy match: CSNorthridge have been smashing the glass this season, having averaged 40.5 rebounds per game. It's a different story for CS Fullerton, though, as they've been averaging only 32.8 rebounds per game. Given CSNorthridge's sizable advantage in that area, the Titans will need to find a way to close that gap.
While only CS Fullerton took care of their fans the last time they played, both teams pleased bettors by covering the spread. Looking ahead, they are expected to win a tight contest, barring any buzzer beaters. For those looking to play the spread, watch out: CS Fullerton is playing at home, but their 3-6 record against the spread as such isn't exactly encouraging.
Odds
CS Fullerton is a slight 2.5-point favorite against CSNorthridge, according to the latest college basketball odds.
The line has drifted a bit towards the Titans, as the game opened with the Titans as a 1-point favorite.
The over/under is 146.5 points.
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Series History
CS Fullerton has won 6 out of their last 10 games against CSNorthridge.
- Jan 13, 2024 - CSNorthridge 76 vs. CS Fullerton 71
- Jan 21, 2023 - CSNorthridge 69 vs. CS Fullerton 66
- Dec 31, 2022 - CS Fullerton 64 vs. CSNorthridge 52
- Feb 19, 2022 - CS Fullerton 81 vs. CSNorthridge 73
- Jan 13, 2022 - CS Fullerton 79 vs. CSNorthridge 64
- Jan 17, 2021 - CS Fullerton 85 vs. CSNorthridge 77
- Jan 16, 2021 - CSNorthridge 86 vs. CS Fullerton 85
- Feb 29, 2020 - CSNorthridge 99 vs. CS Fullerton 92
- Jan 25, 2020 - CS Fullerton 82 vs. CSNorthridge 75
- Feb 16, 2019 - CS Fullerton 78 vs. CSNorthridge 71