Long Beach State Men’s Basketball is gearing up to face UC Riverside on January 15, aiming for their fifth consecutive home win in the Big West Conference. The game will take place at 7 p.m. at the LBS Financial Credit Union, streamed on ESPN+. In their last matchup, Long Beach State defeated Cal State Bakersfield 81-75, with Petar Majstorovic leading in scoring. Freshman Gavin Sykes continues to impress, currently averaging 18.2 points per game and making a mark as one of the top scoring freshmen in the nation.
By the NumbersGavin Sykes is averaging 20.6 points per game in Big West conference games.Petar Majstorovic is averaging 14.9 points and 6.5 rebounds per game. Yes, But
Despite strong performances from key players, the team has faced a significant rebuild, with only one returning player and several new transfers. Balancing these new dynamics while competing in the league remains a challenge.
State of PlayThe team is currently on a four-game home winning streak.Gavin Sykes leads all freshmen in scoring, ranked seventh overall nationally. What’s Next
Following the match against UC Riverside, Long Beach State will look to maintain momentum as they continue their Big West schedule, with a focus on improving overall team synergy and strengthening their standings.
Bottom Line
Long Beach State’s success heavily relies on the standout performance of freshmen like Gavin Sykes and Petar Majstorovic. Their development and consistency will be crucial as the team navigates a competitive conference season.