BERKELEY, Calif. (Interstat) — Dai Dai Ames hit a go-ahead 3-pointer and a subsequent free throw with five seconds remaining Friday night, capping a dramatic comeback as California edged Notre Dame 72-71 at Haas Pavilion.

The Golden Bears, who trailed 31-27 at halftime, outscored the Fighting Irish 45-40 in the second half to secure the victory. Ames led all scorers with 23 points for California. Braeden Shrewsberry scored 21 points and Jalen Haralson added 17 for Notre Dame.

The win improved California to 13-2 this season, while Notre Dame fell to 10-5. An announced crowd of 5,158 attended the nonconference game between Atlantic Coast Conference members.