CSUN Men's Basketball (2-1) is set to embark on a challenging road stretch starting with a game against Sacramento State on Saturday at 5 p.m. The Matadors will play their next five games away from home, including four in Montana over Thanksgiving week. After facing Sacramento State, they will compete in the Stew Morrill Classic, where matchups against Utah Tech, Denver, and the University of Montana await. CSUN will not return home until December 5 for a Big West play opener against UC Riverside.

By the Numbers
  • CSUN averages 83.7 points and 44.3 rebounds per game this season.
  • Keonte Jones leads with a double-double average of 13 points and 10 rebounds over three games.
Yes, But

Despite a strong start with two games scoring over 90 points, the team's consistency in higher competition remains unproven, as they face Sacramento State, which has historically had recent successes against them.

State of Play
  • CSUN comes off a dominant 98-50 win against Nobel University, showcasing strong offensive and defensive play.
  • Sacramento State seeks its first home win this season after two losses, aiming to upset CSUN.
What's Next

Following the Sacramento State game, CSUN will focus on the upcoming Stew Morrill Classic, with crucial matchups that could define their season performance and momentum heading into December.

Bottom Line

As CSUN faces a tough road ahead, their ability to maintain offensive firepower while strengthening defensive efforts will be critical in determining their success during this pivotal stretch.