IRVINE, Calif. (Interstat) — UC Irvine used a balanced attack and stifling defense to beat Cal State Bakersfield 78-62 in a men’s basketball game Thursday night at Bren Events Center.

The Anteaters led 39-29 at halftime and maintained a double-digit advantage throughout the second half. Tama Isaac led UC Irvine with 14 points and 13 assists, while Kyle Evans added 16 points and four blocks. Dailin Smith and Ronald Jessamy each scored 18 points for the Roadrunners.

UC Irvine forced 19 turnovers, converting them into 20 points, and dominated inside with 44 points in the paint. The Anteaters improved to 16-7 overall. Cal State Bakersfield fell to 8-16.