CSU Bakersfield Beats Hawaii 76-64, Jones Scores 29

CSU Bakersfield defeated the University of Hawai'i men's basketball team 76-64, marking a significant win that allowed the Roadrunners to surpass the Rainbow Warriors in the Big West standings. Jemel Jones led the way for Bakersfield with a game-high 29 points, while CJ Hardy and Marvin McGhee contributed 19 and 16 points, respectively. The Rainbow Warriors initially held the lead but were overtaken by a strong second-half performance from Bakersfield, which included a pivotal 19-4 run. With this loss, Hawaii's postseason hopes hinge on their next game against CSU Northridge, where they must win or rely on a Cal Poly loss to qualify for the Big West Championship. The defeat also marked Hawaii's first loss in four games at Bakersfield, ending their recent success against the Roadrunners. Both teams have struggled in recent games, with each holding a 3-7 record in their last ten matchups.