LOS ANGELES (Interstat) — Cal State Northridge never trailed and cruised to an 81-64 victory over UC San Diego in a men’s NCAA Division I basketball game Saturday at Matadome.

The Matadors built a commanding 41-28 halftime lead and maintained control throughout. Mahmoud Fofana led all scorers with 22 points for Cal State Northridge, while Josiah Davis added 10 points and 10 assists. Hudson Mayes paced the Tritons with 11 points.

Cal State Northridge’s efficient offense, which shot 45.2% from the field and 78.3% from the free-throw line, proved decisive. The Matadors also capitalized inside, outscoring UC San Diego 42-32 in the paint. The Tritons struggled offensively, shooting 34.3% overall and just 44.4% on free throws.

With the win, Cal State Northridge improved to 13-10 overall. UC San Diego fell to 15-8.