"The CSU Northridge Matadors (16-10, 9-5 Big West) will attempt to build on a five-game winning streak when they visit the UCSB Gauchos (17-9, 10-5 Big West) on February 19, 2026 at The Thunderdome. UCSB lost its previous game to Cal Poly, 89-79, on Saturday. Zion Sensley led the way with 21 points, plus nine boards and zero assists. In its previous game, CSU Northridge defeated Hawaii on Saturday, 84-60. Its high scorer was Larry Hughes Jr. with 27 points."
"This matchup between the Gauchos and Matadors will take place on Thursday, February 19, 2026. Be ready to see the opening tip at 9 p.m. ET. The Gauchos and Matadors will take to the floor at The Thunderdome for this matchup on Feb. 19, and if you want to see the game live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats! You can catch this game live on ESPN+."
UCSB (17-9, 10-5 Big West) hosts CSU Northridge (16-10, 9-5 Big West) at The Thunderdome on Thursday, February 19, 2026, with tipoff at 9 p.m. ET. CSU Northridge enters on a five-game winning streak after an 84-60 victory over Hawaii, led by Larry Hughes Jr.'s 27 points. UCSB is coming off an 89-79 loss to Cal Poly, with Zion Sensley scoring 21 points and grabbing nine rebounds. UCSB averages 79.2 points while allowing 73.0, has a +160 scoring differential, shoots 38.4% from three, and scores 87.5 points at home versus 73.6 on the road. Tickets are available via Vivid Seats and the game streams on ESPN+.
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