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10-0, 10-0,10-0, Pacific Tigers are 10-0 at Home, as they beat Portland Pioneers, 74-51

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Pacific Tigers guard #2 Elias Ralph makes a midrange jumper to extend the lead, 42-25, on Wednesday, January 28th, 2026, at the Alex G. Spanos Center in Stockton, CA, against the University of Portland Pioneers (photo by Michael Villanueva-Sports Radio Service)

By Michael Villanueva

STOCKTON – The Pacific Tigers beat the University of Portland, Pioneers 74-51 on Wednesday night in a West Coast Conference game at the Alex G. Spanos Center in Stockton, California. The game, played on Dignity Health Night, came midway through WCC play and was a major win for Pacific, which stopped a five-game losing streak to Portland while remaining unbeaten at home. With the win, the Tigers advanced to 15-8 overall, 6-4 in conference play, and 10-0 in the Spanos Center, kicking off a three-game winning run at the midway point.

Pacific entered the game off a hard-fought 56-54 win against Seattle on Saturday, the two programs’ first meeting in 42 years. The game was extra important because Portland had just beaten Pacific. In their first meeting of the season, the Tigers led 86-81 in overtime before the Pilots sank three straight three-pointers on their last possessions, including a left-corner shot by Matus Hronsky with 3.0 seconds left, handing Pacific a heartbreaking 90-89 loss.

Pacific’s starting five—TJ Wainwright, Isaac Jack, Elias Ralph, Justin Rochelin, and Jaden Clayton—provided perseverance and toughness throughout the game, with four players (Ralph, Rochelin, Jack, and Wainwright) posting double-doubles this season.

Portland entered the night with a starting lineup of Jermaine Ballisager, Dante Censori-Hercules, James O’Donnell, Samuel Noland, and Mikah Ballew, looking to complete a season sweep of Pacific. Dante Censori-Hercules had been efficient as a defensive stopper all season and had his best game of the year versus Pepperdine, ending with four points, six rebounds, and four assists in 27 minutes. He backed up his performance with a season-high seven rebounds vs Loyola Marymount.

Pacific took control of the game from the start. Isaac Jack scored the first point with a layup, and the Tigers went on a 7-0 scoring run in the first nine minutes, establishing an early lead and forcing Portland to play catch-up. Pacific led 40-21 at halftime, thanks to strong performances from TJ Wainwright and Elias Ralph, who each scored 11 points. Wainwright went 5-for-6 from the field, plus two assists and two steals, while Ralph had four rebounds on 2-of-5 shooting. Pacific shot 61.5% from the floor in the first half, scoring 22 of its 40 points in the paint, executing its plan of feeding the post and creating high-percentage shots. Portland struggled to create a rhythm offensively, shooting just 24 percent from the floor (6-of-24) and 10 percent from three-point range (1-of-10).

Pacific maintained its control during the second half. Justin Rochelin started strong, going 5-for-6 and launching a four-minute scoring outburst of 6-1. The Tigers also dominated transition, scoring 10 fast-break baskets while holding Portland scoreless in their transitions. Pacific expanded its lead to 62-38 after 13 minutes, and the Tigers led 69-46 in the final three minutes, effectively securing the win. Justin Rochelin led Pacific’s diverse offense with 17 points on 7-of-10 shooting and 11 rebounds, while TJ Wainwright contributed 15 points, one rebound, three assists, and three steals. Their performances, combined with help from the rest of the starting lineup, dominated Portland on both ends of the court.

Pacific’s win was a complete home-court effort, keeping the Tigers unbeaten at the Alex G. Spanos Center and snapping Portland’s five-game losing streak. Pacific now turns its attention to the road, riding a three-game winning run as it prepares to meet the University of San Francisco Dons on Saturday, January 31st, 2026, at 7 p.m. at the Sobrato Center in San Francisco.

Tigers Stay Unbeatable at Home, Hold Off Redhawks, 56–54

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Pacific Tiger guard #10 TJ Wainwright shoots a midrange jumper to extend the Tigers’ lead against the Seattle University Redhawks, 55-48, on January 24th, 2026, in the Alex G. Spanos Center. (Photo by Michael Villanueva)

By Michael Villanueva

STOCKTON – The Pacific men’s basketball team defeated Seattle University 56-54 on Saturday evening at the Alex G. Spanos Center, improving to 9-0 at home and 5-4 in WCC play, enough for fifth place in the league. Isaac Jack and TJ Wainwright led the way, delivering big plays that helped the Tigers withstand Seattle’s late surge. Jack finished with 14 points, 8 boards, and 2 blocks, and Wainwright added 15 points, 7 rebounds, 3 assists, and 3 steals to help Pacific remain unbeaten at home.

Pacific, which is 9-0 at home this season, welcomed West Coast Conference newcomer Seattle to Stockton. Seattle (14-8, 3-6 WCC) entered the game after defeating LMU 69-59 at home on Wednesday, and they had also achieved big upsets against Stanford, Washington, UTEP, Texas State, Denver, UTSA, and UC Davis in non-conference play.

Pacific is currently ranked 109th out of 365 teams in the NCAA NET Rankings, while the Redhawks are 118th. The WCC has six teams in the top 120, with Gonzaga leading the way at No. 4. This was the first game between the two teams since Pacific defeated Seattle 74-54 at home on Dec. 16, 1984. It was the 13th meeting between the two schools, dating back to the 1956-57 season, with Pacific leading 3-1 at home.

The Tigers began WCC play against the Redhawks at 4 p.m., eager to defend their home court, where they had been dominant all season.

Pacific’s starting lineup of TJ Wainwright, Justin Rochelin, Isaac Jack, Elias Ralph, and Jaden Clayton. Elias Ralph entered the game leading the Tigers with 17.0 points and 6.7 rebounds per game, while also ranking in the top five in the WCC in scoring, minutes played, and free throw %.

Seattle went with Maleek Arington, Will Heimbroot, Austin Maurer, Junseok Yeo, and Brayden Maldonado. Maldonado entered the game as the Redhawks’ top scorer, averaging 14.9 points per game on 43.6 percent shooting from the field.

Pacific quickly took control of the game, going on a 5-0 run in the first three minutes. Justin Rochelin began the Tigers’ scoring surge with back-to-back three-pointers, giving him eight points. Seattle responded with three three-pointers in four attempts, bringing the score back to 18-15.

Pacific then spread the floor offensively, attacking the paint, with Jack making huge efforts. The Tigers also won the rebounding battle 19-12, scored 20 points in the paint, and had 11 assists to Seattle’s four. The first half ended with Pacific leading 33-18.

Seattle climbed into Pacific’s lead in the second half, thanks to early mistakes. A 10-0 Redhawks run pushed the score to 35-28, and they hit three of four three-pointers down the stretch to keep within the game’s reach. By the 13-minute mark, Pacific led 42-35, with a 31-20 rebounding advantage and 14 total turnovers.

TJ Wainwright made the team’s first three-pointer since the first half, helping Pacific expand its advantage to 53-43 with three minutes left.

Seattle made one more push, going on a 17-4 scoring run over six minutes to narrow its lead to 56-55 with 13.9 seconds left. Brayden Maldonado led Seattle with 20 points, 6 of 12 from three, 2 rebounds, 2 assists, and 1 steal. Despite the Redhawks’ late surge, Pacific hung on for a 56-54 victory, thanks in large part to Jack and Wainwright’s toughness and key plays, keeping the Tigers flawless at home.

The Tigers are now on a two-game winning streak, remain undefeated at home, and are in fifth place in the WCC. Pacific will host the Portland Pilots at the Alex G. Spanos Center in Stockton, California, on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at 7 p.m.

Sharks Win: Celebrini’s Historic Night Leads San Jose Past New York Rangers, 3-1

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San Jose Shark forward #71 Macklin Celebrini faces off against New York Ranger forward #93 Mika Zibanejad in the 3rd period at the SAP Center on January 23rd, 2026. (Photo credits to Michael Villanueva Sports Radio Services)

By Michael Villanueva

SAN JOSE- The San Jose Sharks defeated the New York Rangers 3-1 at SAP Center on Friday night, completing a season sweep of the two-game series and strengthening their hold over their Eastern Conference teams.

The Sharks, with a 13-9-3 home record and 6-4 in their past ten games, were well-suited to dominate the game, while the Rangers, having a 16-11-2 road record, had struggled recently, finishing 2-7-1 in their last ten games. This was the teams’ second meeting this season, with San Jose winning the first 6-5 in overtime on Thursday, October 23, 2025, in New York. Adding to the excitement, the game was part of Bay Area Unite, which featured the San Francisco 49ers and created a wild scene of teal, red, and gold at SAP Center.

Prior to this game, the Sharks had spent the previous four games on the road. They ended that road trip with two wins and two losses. So San Jose fans were looking forward to having their Sharks back in the bay just before they headed on the road for five games. This win was significant and a great confidence boost as they prepare to travel to Vancouver.

San Jose wasted no time establishing its dominance. Just 1:09 into the game, Macklin Celebrini scored his 25th goal of the season, assisted by Tyler Toffoli (20) and Will Smith (18). Two minutes later, Pavol Regenda extended the lead with a backhand goal assisted by Michael Misa (5) and Collin Graf. Celebrini scored his second goal of the game on a slap shot, assisted by Will Smith (19) and Collin Graf (15), giving him 26 goals for the season. Celebrini (120 games) became the fastest player in Sharks history to score 50 NHL goals, overtaking Logan Couture (135 games). The Sharks scored three goals in the first 7:37, which was their fastest in franchise history. The Sharks have not started a game like that since December 21, 2011, against the Tampa Bay Lightning. The first-period multi-point scorers have a fun history linked to their youth. At the time of the 2011 game, Celebrini was five years old, Smith was six, and Graf was nine.

Later in the first quarter, Sam Carrick scored a wrist shot with assists from Taylor Raddysh (5) and Anton Blidh (1) to cut the lead to 3-1. However, San Jose’s defense and goalkeeper prevented New York from applying continuous pressure. The second period was calmer, with the Sharks generating only 8 shots on goal compared to 17 in the first, but they remained disciplined, taking no penalties and controlling the pace.

San Jose’s waters were quiet throughout the third period. The Sharks limited the Rangers to one goal, avoiding a potential blowout for the Rangers and securing the victory at home. The Sharks’ ability to manage the game, maintain their advantage, and remain composed under pressure enabled them to win the game comfortably.

This win proved the Sharks’ ability to start quickly, play disciplined hockey, and capitalize on great performances, especially those of Macklin Celebrini, whose two goals not only launched the early surge but also won him a historic team milestone. With this win, San Jose completed the sweep of New York and continued to gather momentum at home. Making their home record for the Sharks now, 14-9-3.

The Sharks are starting off their weekend with a win. The team currently sits in 4th place in the Pacific Division, 8th place in the Western conference, and now heads on the road to play in Vancouver, BC, against the Vancouver Canucks on Tuesday, January 27th, at 7 p.m.

Cal Golden Bears loses Sell Out Game to No.6 Duke Blue Devils, 71-56, Bears on a 3 Game Losing-Streak.

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California Golden Bear forward Lee Dort #34, throws down a dunk to cut the lead to 6 points, 25-19, with 5 minutes remaining in the 1st half on January 14th, 2026, in Haas Pavilion. (Photo Credits by Lezleigh Maldonado – Sports Radio Services)

By Michael Villanueva

BERKELEY – The California Golden Bears fell to No. 6 Duke Blue Devils, 71–56, on Wednesday night at Haas Pavilion, one of Cal Berkeley’s first sell out games, marking the first ACC matchup between the two programs this season.

Both teams entered the contest trending in opposite directions in conference play, with Duke sitting in first place in the ACC and Cal ranked 13th, looking to bounce back after losing two straight road games against Virginia and Virginia Tech. The Golden Bears also hoped to turn the tide in the all-time series, having dropped their last three meetings with Duke and not beaten the Blue Devils since an 82–77 victory on March 20, 1993, in Rosemont, Illinois. Cal was also chasing a rare milestone, as the Bears’ last win over an AP Top-10 opponent came on Feb. 1, 2014, when they upset No. 1 Arizona at Haas Pavilion.

California opened the game with its starting five of guards Dai Dai Ames, Justin Pippen, forwards John Camden, Chris Bell, and Lee Dort, with Ames leading the Bears at 17.8 points per game. Duke countered with guards Caleb Foster, Isaiah Evans, Dame Sarr, forwards Cameron Boozer, and Patrick Ngongba II, led by Cameron Boozer’s 22.9 points per game coming into the night.

Chris Bell got the game started by drilling a three-pointer off a Duke turnover, giving Cal early energy and getting the Haas Pavilion crowd involved. Cal came out firing, taking 11 shots in the first five minutes, but the Bears struggled to convert, making just three for 27 percent shooting. Duke also had trouble settling in early, committing four turnovers while shooting 2-of-5 (40 percent) during that stretch. Cal capitalized on those mistakes, scoring five points off Duke turnovers to stay in the early running.

With 8:00 left in the first half, Caleb Foster knocked down a three-pointer to give Duke its first lead at 17–15. The Blue Devils then got a lift from Patrick Ngongba II, who finished the night with six points on 3-of-5 shooting and grabbed six rebounds, helping stabilize Duke’s offense.

Cal responded with a 12–2 run over three minutes to retake control at 27–21, sparked by Lee Dort’s back-to-back alley-oop dunks that energized the crowd. But Duke closed the half on a 13–0 run, taking advantage of a three-minute scoring drought by the Bears and heading into the locker room with a 37–30 lead.

The Golden Bears opened the second half with a 7–0 scoring run, cutting the deficit to 41–39 thanks to Justin Pippen drawing fouls and converting three of four free throws and Dai Dai Ames knocking down key baskets. However, Cal struggled to sustain offense, going another three minutes without a field goal, while Duke went 5-of-5 from the field to extend its lead to 60–48 with seven minutes remaining.

Down the stretch, Duke took control, going 8-of-9 from the field in the final six minutes as Cal continued to struggle with shooting and accumulated a high foul count. Lee Dort led the way for Cal with 14 points and nine rebounds, while John Camden added 11 points, including 3-of-5 from three-point range, and grabbed two rebounds. Ultimately, three bears were able to finish with double-digits: Lee Dort , Justin Pippen, and John Camden

With two minutes remaining, Duke held a 19-point advantage, showcasing their ability to shoot, play, and handle the hostile “Haas of Pain”. The Blue Devils went on to defeat Cal 71–56. Ultimately, Cal digged their own defeat as the team saw multiple scoring droughts that just weren’t helping and making the Bears not golden at home.

The Golden Bears will look to bounce back at home on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at 1 p.m., against No. 14/15 North Carolina Tar Heels (14-3, 2-2 ACC).

17-Point Comeback Leads Pacific Tigers to Win on Powercat’s Birthday, 77-70

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Pacific Tiger guard TJ Wainwright drives into the paint for a one-handed 10-foot jumper to extend the lead by 3 points. (Photo Credits to Michael Villanueva)

Pacific Tigers (12-7, 3-3 WCC)

San Diego Toreros (7-11, 2-4 WCC)

By Michael Villanueva

STOCKTON – On Saturday evening, the Pacific Tigers celebrated more than just basketball by honoring their mascot Powercat’s birthday and defeating the San Diego Toreros 77-70 at the Alex G. Spanos Center. Tip-off took place at 4 p.m., and the home crowd saw Pacific overcome an early lead to dominate the second half.

Pacific enters and remains undefeated at home, 8-0, as it competed in its sixth West Coast Conference game of the season. The Tigers also evened the series with San Diego after the Toreros won 66-54 on December 28, 2025, at the Jenny Craig Pavilion.

San Diego’s starting lineup included guards Dominique Ford, Ty-Laur Johnson, and Adrian McIntyre, as well as forwards Tim Moore Jr. and Assane Diop. Pacific’s starting lineup featured guards TJ Wainwright, Justin Rochelin, and Jaden Clayton, as well as forwards Elias Ralph and Isaac Jack.

Ralph, Pacific’s top scorer and one of the team’s leaders, came into the game averaging 17.4 points and 6.8 rebounds per game, providing a strong anchor as the Tigers attempted to defend their home court. San Diego scored first, with forward Assane Diop hitting a three-pointer to give the Toreros an early lead.

The first few minutes were competitive and high-energy, but Pacific struggled to establish its rhythm, shooting only 24.2 percent (8-of-33) in the first half, while San Diego shot 50 percent (12-of-24). Despite their problems, the Tigers dominated the glass 24-15. Johnson led the Toreros at halftime with 11 points, three rebounds, and two assists, driving San Diego to a 34-24 lead. The Toreros’ hustle and energy paid off early.

Pacific came out after halftime with renewed energy. Guards TJ Wainwright and Elias Ralph each made two three-pointers in the first seven minutes, cutting the score to 50-42. Wainwright led the Tigers at the time in scoring with 14 points and 7 rebounds, while Ralph gave a defensive presence and scoring impact.

San Diego tried to maintain control, seizing on a four-minute Tigers scoreless drought, but Ty-Laur Johnson’s efforts — 19 points on 7-of-11 shooting with seven rebounds — were unable to keep the lead. With seven minutes left, Pacific’s resilience and ‘eye of the tiger’ mentality began to show.

Forward, Isaac Jack battled in the post, helping the Tigers break a scoreless stretch and go on a 12-2 run to erase a 17-point lead in the second half. Jack finished with 16 points and 7 rebounds, making four of his last five attempts, while Wainwright had a double-double of 25 points and 10 rebounds.

Pacific took control in the final minutes, with Jack making a layup in the paint to give the Tigers a 63-62 lead, which was followed by a critical three-pointer from Wainwright to increase the lead. From then on, the Tigers’ defense locked in, forcing San Diego to shoot 1-of-13 from their last attempts while ending strong on offense, shooting 46.9 percent in the second half, a significant improvement over their first-half 24.2 percent.

The victory tied the series at 1-1 and was Pacific’s third WCC win of the season, improving their conference record to 3-3 and overall record to 12-7. The Tigers also stay undefeated at home, giving Powercat plenty of reasons to celebrate his birthday with the team and fans.

Pacific now prepares for its next game, against the Santa Clara Broncos on Wednesday, January 14th, at 7:00 PM at the Leavey Center in Santa Clara. The Tigers are currently sixth in the WCC rankings, with Santa Clara in third place.

1st Game of the 2026, 1st Dub of the 2026. Golden Bears beat the Fighting Irish, 72-71

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California Golden Bear forward Chris Bell #22 shoots a contested mid-range shot over Notre Dame Fighting Irish guard Braeden Shrewsberry #11 on Friday night at the Haas Pavilion. (Photo Credit to Michael Villanueva)

By Michael Villanueva

BERKELEY – On Friday night, January 2, 2026, the California Golden Bears defeated the Notre Dame Fighting Irish 72-71 at Haas Pavilion in their final exciting 8-game homestand. Cal’s victory was their first in the ACC and second of the season.

Cal was coming off its first loss at Haas Pavilion, 90-70 to No. 16/13 Louisville on December 30 in both teams’ Atlantic Coast Conference openers. The Cardinals’ strong shooting proved to be the difference, with five players scoring in double figures. Cal had four players in double figures, led by Chris Bell’s 20-point performance.

Cal’s second ACC home game of the 2025-26 season took place Thursday night, capping off an eight-game homestand. The Bears’ first test of the new year came against a 10-4 Notre Dame.

The visiting Fighting Irish started the game with Jalen Haralson, Logan Imes, Braeden Shrewsberry, Carson Towt, and Garrett Sundra. The five set the tone early on, led by Haralson, who started the game on pace. He started the game 4-for-4 from the floor, including two corner three-pointers, which provided Notre Dame with a quick offensive push.

Cal’s starting lineup included John Camden, Dai Dai Ames, Lee Dort, Justin Pippen, and Chris Bell. Camden, who had already made 40 three-pointers for the Bears this season and had made at least one in every game, got off to a slow start, going 0-for-3 on field goals and three-pointers.

The first half was all Notre Dame, with the Fighting Irish coming out of Cal’s house strong, fast, and disciplined. They hit 58% from the field and 57% from three-point range in the first ten minutes, putting early stress on the Golden Bears. Cal struggled to find a rhythm, connecting on only 23% of their total shots and 13% from deep.

The game was physical on both sides, as both teams were eager to begin the year with a dub. The Golden Bears attempted nine free throws in the first half and made six, while Notre Dame was only 2-of-8 at the line. Despite the poor shooting and early setbacks, Cal was determined to get back on track. The Bears trailed 31-27 at halftime, keeping the game within reach for the second half.

The Bears played much better in the second half, with an intensity of awareness and focus that allowed them to play smarter, more precise basketball. Cal made four of their first five shots in the first six minutes, taking advantage on a three-minute scoring drought by Notre Dame. Justin Pippen was the driving force in raising his point count from six to fourteen while boosting the Bears’ offense.

Overall, Cal’s shooting improved, especially from deep. With seven minutes remaining, the Bears led by seven points, their largest lead of the night. However, the Fighting Irish remained fighting, shooting reliably and making tough shots when needed. Notre Dame had cut its lead to one with four minutes left in the game.

The Bears then went cold, making only one of ten field goals the rest of the way, giving the Irish the lead again. With two minutes remaining, Notre Dame’s Cole Serta made a critical three-pointer, giving the Irish the lead. Then, with only nine seconds remaining and the Bears down 71-68, Dai Dai Ames scored a three-pointer and was fouled, completing a four-point play that gave Cal a 72-71 lead with 2.6 seconds left. The Golden Bears won the game by holding on defensively in the final seconds.

Ames led Cal with 23 points on 9-of-16 shooting, 1 rebound, and 3 assists, while Chris Bell had 15 points and 5 rebounds. The win gave the Bears their first ACC conference victory and improved their overall record to 13-2 into the new year.

Cal will return to play on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, when they face the Virginia Cavaliers at John Paul Jones Arena in Charlottesville, VA, tipping off at 6 p.m., ready for another tough conference game.

Sharks End the Year on a 3-game Winning streak against the Minnesota Wild, 4-3

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Ryan Hartman (38) of the Wild collides with Sharks center Ty Dellandrea (10) during the first period Wednesday in San Jose. (Photo Credits to Godofredo A. Vásquez/The Associated Press)

By Michael Villanueva

SAN JOSE – The San Jose Sharks closed out the year on a high note, defeating the Minnesota Wild 4-3 in a shootout in a thrilling 1 p.m. contest at SAP Center, extending their winning streak to three games and completing a season series sweep of Minnesota.

San Jose entered the game on a two-game winning streak and extended it to three straight wins with the win. The Sharks’ record has also improved over the last ten games, from 6-4 to 7-3, giving them momentum heading into the new year. The victory finished a successful season series against the Wild, with San Jose winning 3-0, including a dramatic 3-2 overtime win in their most recent meeting on November 11, 2025.

Before the puck dropped, Sharks forward Macklin Celebrini made headlines for being chosen as the youngest member of Team Canada, which included NHL players. Celebrini continues to make NHL history, tying Sidney Crosby for the most points by a teenager before Christmas with 55. The sophomore superstar has been electrifying this season, ranking third in the NHL with 60 points (21 goals, 39 assists) in 39 games played as of December 29, while tying for second in the league with 39 assists.

Despite the pregame hype, Minnesota struck first. Vladimir Tarasenko scored for the Wild within 11 minutes of the game’s start. Minnesota dominated the first period, holding San Jose scoreless and carrying out its game plan perfectly. The Sharks went into the first intermission anxious, having to rearrange lineups and change formations after being outplayed in the first 20 minutes.

San Jose responded with energy in the second period. Igor Chernyshov scored the Sharks’ first goal of the afternoon just two minutes in, regaining momentum for the home team. The momentum continued when Jeff Skinner scored 14 minutes later to give San Jose their first lead of the game. After two quarters of play, the Sharks led 2-1 heading into the locker room.

The Sharks scored immediately to start the third quarter. Macklin Celebrini scored early, extending San Jose’s lead to 3-1 and exciting the SAP Center crowd. However, Minnesota refused to go away. Marcus Foligno and Mats Zuccarello reestablished Minnesota’s offense, tying the game at 3-3.

The final five minutes of regulation turned into a defensive battle, with both teams locked in and unwilling to surrender the decisive goal.

Overtime matched the intensity of the regular game, with both sides playing aggressive defense and contesting every shot. Neither team could find the back of the net in the additional five minutes, forcing the final game of the season into a shootout.

Collin Graf of San Jose started the shootout but missed. Minnesota’s Mats Zuccarello followed, but also came up empty. With the pressure growing, Celebrini stepped up and calmly sank his shot, giving the Sharks a 1-0 lead in the shootout. Minnesota failed to convert on its second try, securing the victory.

The Sharks skated off the ice with a 4–3 shootout victory, closing out the year in dramatic fashion and extending their winning streak as they head into the next stretch of the season. Macklin Celebrini is now at 23 goals so far in the season. The Sharks look forward to the new year as they face the Tampa Bay Lightning on January 3rd, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. back at SAP Center.

Abracadabra: The Golden State Warriors Beat The Orlando Magic, 120-97

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Golden State Warriors’ Stephen Curry #30 makes a reverse layup in the first quarter of their NBA game against the Orlando Magic at the Chase Center in San Francisco, Calif., on Monday, Dec. 22, 2025. (Photo Credits to Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)

By Michael Villanueva

SAN FRANCISCO – The Golden State Warriors defeated the Orlando Magic 120-97 on Tuesday night at Chase Center, pulling away in the fourth quarter for a major home victory on City Edition Night.

The Golden State was wearing Nike NBA City Edition uniforms, which pay tribute to the team’s Oakland history. The jerseys feature Oakland’s iconic tree, which represents strength and growth, while the shorts reflect the Bay Bridge’s suspension cables, highlighting both the team’s history and its present.

Both squads entered the game with momentum after breaking their losing streaks two days prior, and their sense of urgency to keep winning was evident. The Warriors began the game with a starting lineup of Moses Moody, Quinten Post, Jimmy Butler III, Draymond Green, and Stephen Curry.

Curry added another milestone to his remarkable career, extending his streak of 70 consecutive games with a made three-point field goal, the NBA’s longest active streak, after hitting a three in the first half.

Despite the historic moment, the Golden State struggled to shoot from beyond the arc early on. In the first half, the Warriors shot 3-of-18 (16.7%) from three-point range and committed five turnovers, matching their turnover total at halfway the previous game. However, Golden State took a small 58-57 lead into halftime, relying on defensive tenacity and interior scoring. Moses Moody led the Warriors at halftime with 11 points, going 4-for-6 from the floor, including 2-for-4 from three.

Golden State regained its flow after halftime thanks to Stephen Curry’s third-quarter eruption. Curry scored 15 points in the third, helping the Warriors gain momentum and take an 84-81 lead with little over two minutes left in the quarter.

The game was physical throughout, with both teams constantly attacking the paint. Each team finished with more than 40 points in the paint, as hustle plays, loose balls, and contested possessions defined the night. Every basket felt earned, with early holiday-level passion on both sides of the court.

The Warriors blew up the game early in the fourth quarter. Orlando was scoreless for the first three minutes, while Golden State went on a 10-0 run to increase their lead. Brandin Podziemski and Moses Moody gave energy and crucial scoring down the line, as Orlando missed its final eight attempts.

Golden State’s confidence grew as the quarter went on. Four Warriors scored in double digits, and the squad forced 17 Orlando turnovers before the halfway point of the fourth quarter. With perimeter shooting still poor, Golden State focused on the interior, scoring 60 points in the paint in the final two minutes of play.

It was pretty clear Golden State won when the score hit 113-94. The Warriors relied on hustling, ball movement, and key bench performances to capitalize on their minutes and stay focused until the final buzzer.

Golden State won 120-97, improving to 9-4 at home. The Warriors’ mentality was based on resilience and toughness in the paint, and they delivered, limiting the Orlando Magic to 14 points in the final quarter. Stephen Curry led Golden State with 26 points, going 10-for-23 from the floor and adding six assists and three rebounds. With the victory, the Warriors returned to .500 for the first time since December 12th, extending their winning run to two games.

Golden State will now focus on a big game on Christmas Day, when the Warriors face the Dallas Mavericks at 2 p.m., live on ABC/ESPN. The game will be the Warriors’ first look at No. 1 overall draft pick Cooper Flagg, who came in averaging 18.8 points per game, and former Golden State, 4-time NBA Champion, Klay Thompson returns to the Bay.

Warriors Snap 3 Game Losing Streak on a 14-Point comeback Win against the Suns, 119-116.

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Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) scores a three-pointer against the Phoenix Suns in the fourth quarter during an NBA game at Chase Center in San Francisco, Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025. The Warriors won 119-116. (Photo Credits to Santiago Mejia/ S.F. Chronicle)

By Michael Villanueva

SAN FRANCISCO – The Golden State Warriors began their Saturday evening game at 5:30 p.m. inside Chase Center against the Phoenix Suns (15-12), who started the night and stayed seventh in the Western Conference. The game marked Golden State’s Native American Heritage Night, as the Warriors fought and ultimately ended a three-game losing streak with a 119-116 win over the Suns. It was the teams’ third meeting this season, with Phoenix defeating Golden State 99-98 in Arizona on December 18, matching the season series at 1-1.

Golden State came into the game averaging 113.8 points per game, while Phoenix allowed 113.9 points per game defensively. The Warriors also finished 3-2 against division opponents. Head coach Steve Kerr started Jimmy Butler III, Draymond Green, Quinten Post, Moses Moody, and Stephen Curry, who averaged 28.8 points and four rebounds per game this season.

Despite Butler’s strong first-quarter performance of 10 points, the Warriors fell behind early on. Brandin Podziemski scored eight points, but Golden State struggled defensively, trailing 44-32 at the end of the first quarter. The Warriors committed five turnovers and shot 13-of-23 (56.5%) from the field, while Phoenix capitalized on Devin Booker and Dillon Brooks’ hot shooting, scoring 11 and 12 points, respectively.

Golden State’s night took a turn in the second quarter when Draymond Green was ejecteded for two quick technical fouls. Green finished with four points, three rebounds, and an assist. The Warriors responded by increasing their depth in the rotation and intensifying their play. Will Richard, a rookie, had an immediate impact by hitting a perfect 3-of-3 from the field and 2-of-2 from three, totaling eight points and three rebounds.

The Warriors dominated the glass, outrebounding Phoenix 24-15 in the first half, but the Suns kept the lead with smart offense, hitting 26-of-47 (55.3%) and 7-of-17 (41.2%) from three. De’Anthony Melton made two of three free throws after getting fouled on a three-point try in the final seconds of the half, and Richard added a fast putback to close the gap on Melton’s last attempt. Phoenix led 67-64 at halftime.

Golden State began the third quarter with renewed energy. Jimmy Butler scored seven straight points, bringing his total to 17 before the halfway mark of the quarter, as the Warriors staged a comeback. Phoenix committed four early fouls, which allowed Golden State to find its attacking rhythm. The Warriors seized their first lead since the opening minutes when Gary Payton II hit a three-pointer, making it 79-76.

From there, the Warriors gained control thanks to their defensive energy and timely shooting. Richard continued to impress, hitting two major three-pointers that excited the Chase Center crowd. Phoenix struggled at the free-throw line during the quarter, going 16-of-20 after being flawless earlier. Butler and Richard had each scored more than 20 points by the end of the third quarter, and Golden State led 93-87 heading into the fourth.

The Warriors played smart basketball in the fourth quarter, focusing on spacing, ball movement, and tough defense. Stephen Curry’s leadership was noticed as he handled traffic offensively, hustled in transition defense, and kept the team focused. Golden State extended its lead to 11 points, 103-92, with seven minutes left.

Phoenix made one more effort behind Booker, who scored three consecutive baskets, including a three-point play, to cut the advantage to 109-105 with less than two minutes remaining. Curry responded with a deep 30-foot three-pointer, but the Suns continued to reply. Jimmy Butler made a three-point play to put the Warriors up 115-110, but Booker responded with another three-point play to make it 115-113.

Collin Gillespie missed a three-pointer that would have given the Suns the lead. Curry was fouled on the next possession and missed his last free throw attempt, but Gillespie next hit a tough three to get Phoenix within one point, 117-116, with nine seconds left. Golden State performed well under pressure, with Curry finishing with a reverse layup to increase the lead to three. Phoenix failed to take a shot on its final possession.

The Warriors rallied from 14 points down to win 119-116, stopping a three-game losing streak. Curry led Golden State with 28 points, going 9-for-19 from the field and 4-for-11 from beyond the arc, while also scoring a double-double with 10 rebounds.

Richard added 20 points and five rebounds, while the Warriors’ bench scored 52 points. Golden State improved to 14-15, eighth in the Western Conference, after going 4-6 in its previous ten games. The victory also gave the Warriors a 2-1 lead in the season series with the Suns. The Golden State Warriors ( 14-15) are scheduled to defend their home against the Orlando Magic at Chase Center on Monday, December 22, at 7 p.m.

BEAR ATTACK!: Cal Berkeley Golden Bears beat Morgan State University Bears, 97-50

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Morgan State Guard Walter Peggs Jr, drives into the lane who is heavily contested by Cal Berkeley forward Dhiaukuei “DK” Manyiel Dut. (Photo credits to Sports Radio Services Michael Villanueva)

By Michael Villanueva

BERKELEY – Cal men’s basketball has again transformed its home court into a fortress under the cold lights of “Haas of Pain.” In front of the Berkeley crowd, the Golden Bears put up a strong and effective performance, dominating the Morgan State Bears, 97-50.

Cal and Morgan State faced off on Tuesday night for the first time since November 25, 1991, at Haas Pavilion in Berkeley. Cal won that game 97-50, and with this game, the Golden Bears extended their all-time series lead to 2-0.

Cal was in the middle of an eight-game homestand and had its best start since 2014, with a 10-1 overall record entering the contest. The Bears entered the game on a seven-game winning streak, their longest since 2014, and were unbeaten at home, with a perfect 9-0 record at Haas Pavilion.

The Golden Bears began the game with a starting lineup of John Camden, Chris Bell, Lee Dort, Dai Dai Ames, and Semetri Carr, who made his first start for the team. Dort instantly set the tone for the game, exciting the fans with back-to-back alley-oop punches. Cal then solidly claimed its home turf, dominating the tempo and imposing dominance over the Morgan State Bears.

Cal guard Dai Dai Ames entered the game averaging 18.3 points per game, while forward Chris Bell continued his strong runs of play, averaging 14.2 points in his previous ten games. Bell made an immediate impact, scoring 13 points and grabbing five rebounds by halftime. Morgan State struggled to find an answer for Bell’s offensive mix, especially in the midrange, as he shot 3-of-6 from the field and 2-of-4 from beyond the arc in the opening half.

Cal’s shooting efficiency was on full show in the first half, as the Golden Bears made 50 percent of their three-point tries and went 4-for-8 from deep. They were just as good overall, shooting 61 percent from the floor on 17 of 28 attempts. Berkeley played with poise and discipline on offense, moving the ball around the top of the key and making timely cuts that led to easy points.

The Golden Bears took care of the ball, causing only three turnovers as a team by halftime, while their defensive drive pushed Morgan State into six turnovers before the break. Morgan State was overwhelmed offensively, trying to find any rhythm and shooting 0-for-10 from outside the arc at halftime, while Cal maintained its momentum into the second half. At the break, the Golden Bears led 50-23.

Cal did not stop after the break, continuing to dominate on both ends of the court. Chris Bell led the squad with 28 points (8-of-11 shooting), six rebounds, and two assists. John Camden finished with 20 points, giving the Bears multiple scoring options that Morgan State couldn’t handle. Cal combined for 42 points in the paint and 21 points on the fast break, proving their depth and versatility. The Golden Bears won by nearly 50 points with a 97-50 triumph, dominating from start to finish and exiting Haas Pavilion with another statement win.

With their win, the Golden Bears improved to 11-1 overall and remained perfect at home with an 11-0 record. Cal returns to the “Haas of Pain” on Sunday, December 21st at 2 p.m. to host the Columbia Lions. The game will be aired and shown on the ACC Network