SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — The UC Santa Barbara Gauchos delivered a strong performance on Thursday, overpowering the Cal State Fullerton Titans with a final score of 86-56.

Deuce Turner was a standout player for the Gauchos, contributing 18 points and pulling down five rebounds. His performance was a key factor in the victory, as the team improved their record to 17 wins and 10 losses overall and 9 wins against 7 losses in the Big West Conference.

Zion Sensley also played a crucial role, scoring 14 points with an impressive shooting performance—making 4 out of 7 shots from the field, including 3 out of 5 from beyond the arc, and converting 3 of 4 free throws. He matched Turner’s rebound count, with five assists to further support the team’s offense. Kenny Pohto added 11 points to the scoreboard and had an effective night shooting, hitting 4 out of 7 attempts and making 3 out of 4 free throws.

For the Titans, Antwan Robinson led the way with 16 points and seven rebounds, but it wasn’t enough to shift momentum in their favor. Donovan Oday contributed 15 points, along with four assists, while Kendrick De Luna rounded out the scoring with 10 points. Unfortunately for Fullerton, this loss marked their eighth consecutive defeat, as they struggled to find success throughout the season, currently holding a record of 6 wins and 22 losses and a mere 1 win against 15 losses in the conference.

Overall, the game showcased UC Santa Barbara’s efficient shooting and strong teamwork, while Cal State Fullerton continued to seek answers to break their losing streak.