Cal State LA's men's basketball team, after securing their first CCAA Tournament title, will make their first NCAA postseason appearance since 2020 by hosting the No. 8 seed Azusa Pacific at home. The game will take place on Friday at 5 p.m. in University Gym as part of the NCAA Division II West Regional quarterfinals.

The Big Picture

Cal State LA's basketball teams, both men's and women's, have reached the NCAA playoffs in the same season for the first time, with both set to play against Azusa Pacific, creating a unique dynamic.

By the Numbers
  • Cal State LA has a season record of 24-7 and set a program single-season wins record.
  • The Cougars have a season record of 14-16 and won the PacWest Conference tournament title.
State of Play
  • Cal State LA, as the No. 1 seed, will face Azusa Pacific on Friday at 5 p.m. in the NCAA Division II West Regional quarterfinals.
  • The winners of Friday's game will proceed to face the winner of Cal State Dominguez Hills vs. Central Washington on Saturday at 7:30 p.m.
  • In the last 12 games, Cal State LA has a record of 10-2, with their only two losses coming unexpectedly at home in mid-February.
What's Next

The outcome of Friday's game between Cal State LA and Azusa Pacific will determine the teams advancing to the next round of the NCAA Division II West Regional quarterfinals, potentially facing off against Cal State Dominguez Hills or Central Washington.

Bottom Line

Cal State LA's basketball program is making history by hosting the NCAA playoffs and having both the men's and women's teams competing in the same season, setting the stage for intense games and a promising future for the Golden Eagles.