In a decisive match on Saturday, Cal State Northridge secured a comfortable victory over Chicago State, with a final score of 81-57. Scotty Washington was the standout performer for the Matadors, contributing 19 points to the win.

Washington had a challenging shooting night, hitting only four of his 13 attempts from the field, and made just one of six from beyond the arc. However, he was perfect at the free-throw line, converting all ten of his attempts which significantly boosted his team’s score. Alongside Washington, Mahmoud Fofana demonstrated efficiency with 17 points, shooting an impressive seven for ten from the field and sinking all three of his free throws. Fofana also contributed with six rebounds, playing a crucial role in the victory. Marcus Adams Jr. added to the total with 11 points, connecting on five of ten from the floor and one of three from three-point territory.

For the Cougars, who are still searching for their first win of the season at 0-14, Saxby Sunderland led the scoring effort with 14 points. Teammate Matthew Robinson matched this total with his own 14 points and also recorded two steals, showcasing his defensive skills. Cameron Jernigan chipped in with seven points, rounding out the contributions from Chicago State’s players.

The performance by Cal State Northridge illustrates their strong capabilities as they improve their record to 8-4, while Chicago State continues to seek their first victory as they navigate a tough start to the season.