Cal Lutheran men's basketball secured a spot in the SCIAC Tournament Championship for the second consecutive year by defeating Chapman 85-76 in the semifinals, with five players scoring in double figures. The Kingsmen, with a record of 23-3, have now won 19 consecutive games since December 18, 2023.

By the Numbers
  • Cal Lutheran team went 13-23 (56.5%) from three-point range.
  • The reserves contributed 47 of the team's 85 points.
State of Play
  • Cal Lutheran secured a victory with stellar bench play and three-point shooting.
  • They will face Claremont-Mudd-Scripps for the SCIAC crown and an automatic berth in the NCAA Division III Tournament.
What's Next

The Kingsmen will play Claremont-Mudd-Scripps for the SCIAC championship and a chance at an NCAA Division III Tournament berth at Gilbert Arena on Saturday, Feb. 24.

Bottom Line

Cal Lutheran men's basketball team's strong performance, led by balanced scoring and three-point shooting, secures them a spot in the SCIAC Tournament Championship for the second consecutive year, setting up a crucial showdown with Claremont-Mudd-Scripps for the title and a shot at the NCAA Division III Tournament.