CSU Bakersfield Roadrunners vs California Golden Bears Betting Picks & Predictions
In his 14th season as head coach of Cal State Bakersfield, Coach has been working to bring hope to a team that has struggled with losing seasons in recent years. Last season,
Game outlook
In his 14th season as head coach of Cal State Bakersfield, Coach has been working to bring hope to a team that has struggled with losing seasons in recent years. Last season, the Roadrunners finished with a record of 13-19 and 8-12 in Big West Play, with a tough loss to California early in the season. With a lineup featuring many transfer players, Cal State Bakersfield is looking to make an impact in their first season in the ACC. When it comes to the upcoming matchup between Cal State Bakersfield and California, the Golden Bears are the favored team with a spread of -12.5 points and a total of 137.5.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Roadrunners +540 | Golden Bears -788
Spread: Roadrunners +12.5 (-110) | Golden Bears -12.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 137.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that California will win straight-up is 89%.
CSU Bakersfield Roadrunners
CSU Bakersfield's Roadrunners had a solid defense last season, allowing an average of 69.2 points per game, while only scoring an average of 68.7 points per game. They will be relying on their defense once again this season, especially with leading scorer Kaleb Higgins not returning. Marvin McGhee III and Corey Stephenson will need to step up their scoring production, as Modestas Kancleris, who led the team in rebounding, has left the squad. Shakiru Odunewu, a 6'11" center, comes to the team with impressive stats from junior college. Senior leadership will come from Kadar Waller, while freshman Bentley Waller will be joining the team after a successful high school career. CSU Bakersfield had a mediocre season on the road last year, going 2-13, but they will look to improve this season. Power ranked at 86, the Roadrunners rank 304 in offense, 91 in defense, and currently hold a 8-24 record this season. Their offensive and defensive stats place them in the middle of NCAA rankings in most categories.