CSU Northridge defeats La Sierra 88-53
CSU Northridge Dominates La Sierra in Statement Win
The CSU Northridge Matadors made a strong statement in their non-conference matchup against La Sierra on Saturday night, cruising to an 88-53 victory at Premier America Credit Union Arena.
From the opening tip, it was clear that this game would be a blowout. The home team came out strong, leading 43-16 at halftime and never looking back. The largest lead of the night for CSU Northridge was 38 points, a testament to their dominance on both ends of the floor.
For La Sierra, the trip to Northridge proved to be a difficult one. The visiting Eagles struggled from beyond the arc, making just 3-10 three-point attempts and shooting a dismal 25% from the field. Meanwhile, CSU Northridge's Davius Loury led the way for his team with 17 points, while Jai Chisolm chipped in with 12 rebounds and Josiah Davis added 16 points and four assists.
On the other side of the court, Stephen Perry was the only bright spot for La Sierra. The senior guard scored 11 points and grabbed 12 rebounds, but ultimately couldn't lead his team to victory against a stifling CSU Northridge defense.
The game's statistics told the story of a one-sided affair. CSU Northridge shot an impressive 39.0% from the field, while La Sierra struggled at just 28.0%. The Matadors also outrebounded their opponents 38-37 and committed just eight turnovers to La Sierra's 17.
For CSU Northridge, this win is a significant statement in the non-conference season. The team has been looking to establish itself as a force in the Big West Conference, and victories like this one will only help build momentum.
La Sierra, meanwhile, will need to regroup and refocus after a tough road trip. Despite the loss, there's no shame in playing a top-notch program like CSU Northridge, and the Eagles should take pride in their effort against a strong opponent.
In the end, it was a night of dominance for CSU Northridge, as they proved themselves to be a team to watch in the Big West Conference.