Cal Tops Air Force 78-69 in Berkeley

The California Golden Bears secured a 78-69 victory over the Air Force Falcons, improving their record to 4-1 despite missing three key starters due to injuries. Freshman Jeremiah Wilkinson led Cal with a season-high 23 points, showcasing his ability to penetrate the defense effectively. Andrej Stojakovic contributed 21 points and Rytis Petraitis added 12, helping the Bears maintain control after establishing a strong early lead. Air Force, now 1-4, attempted a comeback but could not close the gap to fewer than seven points in the final stretch. The Falcons, despite their loss, outperformed Cal in three-point shooting, making 33 points from beyond the arc. This game marked a notable improvement for Cal compared to last season's struggles, where they started 2-3 after five games.