Ward scores 21 as CSU Fullerton knocks off Long Beach State 71-61

Led by Joshua Ward’s 21 points, the CSU Fullerton Titans defeated the Long Beach State Beach 71-61 on Thursday. The Titans are now 9-12 on the season, while the…

FULLERTON, Calif.(AP) — Joshua Ward’s 21 points helped CSU Fullerton defeat Long Beach State 71-61 on Thursday night.

Ward also contributed nine rebounds and four steals for the Titans (9-12, 4-5 Big West Conference). Jefferson Monegro shot 5 for 11 (1 for 5 from 3-point range) and 5 of 6 from the free-throw line to add 16 points. Jaden Henderson finished 4 of 5 from the field to finish with 10 points.

Gavin Sykes led the Beach (8-12, 4-4) in scoring, finishing with 20 points and four assists. Long Beach State also got 15 points from Rob Diaz III.

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