Long Beach State Defeats Cal State Fullerton 73-56

Long Beach State achieved a significant turnaround in their Big West Conference opener, defeating Cal State Fullerton 73-56 after an eight-game losing streak. First-year head coach Chris Acker praised the team's growing understanding of how to win games, with Devin Askew leading the scoring with 16 points. Fullerton struggled, particularly with their shooting, missing their first 10 attempts from beyond the arc and finishing with only one successful 3-pointer out of 13 attempts. The Titans' coach, Dedrique Taylor, expressed disappointment in the team's performance, emphasizing their inefficiency in crucial game aspects. In a previous match, Long Beach also demonstrated resilience with a strong second-half performance against Pepperdine, eventually winning 68-61. Overall, Long Beach State appears to be finding its stride as they continue through the season.