Cal State San Bernardino opened its 2026-27 season with an 85-82 win over Western Washington, weathering a late rally after building a 13-point second-half lead. Chris Harris and Hassan Dorman led the Coyotes with 16 points each.

By the Numbers
  • Final score: CSUSB 85, Western Washington 82.
  • Five Coyotes scored in double figures.
  • CSUSB led by as many as 13 points, at 77-64 with 7:08 remaining.
Yes, But

Western Washington cut the deficit to 84-82 with four seconds left, putting the opener in jeopardy. Tane Prictor made a clutch free throw to restore a three-point cushion and help seal the win.

What’s Next

The Coyotes face tournament host Central Washington on Saturday, Oct. 31, at 3 p.m. in Ellensburg.

Bottom Line

CSUSB started the season with a win, but its late-game defense will be tested again after Western Washington nearly erased a double-digit lead.