Cal State LA's No. 1 seed men's basketball team fell short in the NCAA Tournament, losing 60-59 to Azusa Pacific due to a late turnover and free throw.

The Big Picture

Despite a record-breaking regular season, Cal State LA's NCAA Tournament run ended prematurely with a heartbreaking defeat in the West Regional quarterfinals.

By the Numbers
  • Cal State LA shot 39% from the field and 23% from the 3-point range.
  • Azusa Pacific shot 46% from the field and 33% from beyond the arc.
  • Cal State LA forced 18 turnovers but committed 12.
  • Cal State LA had a 24-8 season record.
  • Azusa Pacific had a 15-16 season record.
State of Play
  • Cal State LA's season ended with a disappointing loss to Azusa Pacific in the NCAA Tournament.
  • The Golden Eagles broke the school's win record, claiming their first-ever CCAA Tournament title.
Bottom Line

The top-seeded Golden Eagles' NCAA Tournament dreams were shattered by Azusa Pacific in a close game, marking the end of a historic season but falling short of their ultimate goal.