- Matchup: Cal State Northridge Matadors vs Delaware Blue Hens
- Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
- Venue: Bob Carpenter Center, Newark, DE
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Delaware Blue Hens (2-6) are set to clash with the Cal State Northridge Matadors (4-5) this Saturday at the Bob Carpenter Center.
In their previous game, the Cal State Northridge Matadors triumphed over Fresno State with a close score of 89-87. The Matadors showcased an impressive 55.0% shooting from the field, making 33 of 60 attempts, alongside hitting 10 out of 25 from beyond the arc. At the charity stripe, they excelled, sinking 13 of their 14 free throw attempts, achieving a remarkable 92.9%. They secured a total of 28 rebounds, including 7 offensive boards, while distributing 20 assists and forcing 11 turnovers against their opponents, alongside 4 steals. Defensively, the Matadors allowed a field goal percentage of 50.0% from Fresno State, who shot 30 of 60. Fresno managed to compile 16 assists and 7 steals while grabbing 23 rebounds (6 offensive and 17 defensive) without any blocks. They converted 87.5% of their free throws, making 14 of 16 attempts, and hit 13 of 29 three-point shots. Each team accumulated personal fouls, with the Matadors committing 15 and Fresno State 12.
Larry Hughes Jr. stood out during the contest, shooting 62.5% from the field, contributing 1 assist, and playing 37 minutes. He finished the game with 25 points on 10 of 16 shooting.
Cal State Northridge enters this clash with a 4-5 record this season. Their turnover average stands at 14.6 per game and they commit around 18.7 personal fouls. As a collective, the Matadors collect 41.2 rebounds per game and have dished out 131 assists this season, ranking them 249th in college basketball for team assists. They succeed on just 29.6% of their three-point attempts (61 of 206) and 66.7% from the free throw line. Offensively, they average 75.9 points per game, placing them 222nd nationally, while shooting 41.7% from the field.
On the defensive end, the Matadors force 12.1 turnovers per game and draw 19.3 fouls on average. Currently, they rank 220th in the country for assists given up, allowing 134 this season. The defense permits an opponent shooting percentage of 42.7% (240 of 562) and concedes approximately 37.3 rebounds per game. They allow 31.9% shooting from long range while ranking 303rd in points per game given up (79.4).
In their latest outing, the Delaware Blue Hens secured a victory against George Washington, winning 70-58. In terms of rebounding, Delaware allowed George Washington to collect 31 total boards (15 offensive). The Blue Hens shot 28.6% from three-point range, making 8 of 28 attempts, and went 14 of 22 from the free throw line (63.6%). They held George Washington to 18 of 62 shooting, resulting in a 29.0% shooting percentage. The Blue Hens exhibited solid shooting as well, with a 51.0% field goal rate, hitting 25 of 49 attempts, and converting 9 of 20 three-point attempts (45.0%). They succeeded in 11 of their free throw attempts for an impressive 84.6%. George Washington committed 12 fouls, granting the Blue Hens 13 free throw attempts while turning the ball over 15 times and recording 4 steals in the contest.
Justyn Fernandez was a key player for the Blue Hens, tallying 27 points during his 40 minutes on the court, along with 1 assist. He shot 11 of 21 for the game, resulting in a field goal percentage of 52.4%, and grabbed 7 rebounds.
Delaware holds a current record of 2-6 this season. Offensively, the Blue Hens rank 241st nationally, connecting on 44.3% of their field-goal attempts. They have accumulated 551 points thus far, averaging 68.9 per game, and securing 33.1 rebounds per contest. Their assist rate is 13.9 per game, placing them 221st in the nation, and they average 13.4 turnovers. The Blue Hens commit 15.5 fouls each game while shooting 71.3% from the free throw line.
Defensively, Delaware ranks 245th in points allowed per game (75.9). They force an average of 10.1 turnovers while permitting opponents to shoot 43.9% from the field (211th in the nation). The Blue Hens allow 35.7% on three-point attempts (70 of 196), with opponents hitting 77.7% of their free throws. They allow 13.1 assists and 35.3 rebounds per game, ranking 179th and 217th in those respective categories.
Who will prevail in tonight’s NCAA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Back Cal State Northridge
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