Jones Shines as CSU Bakersfield Defeats Hawaii 76-64

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. — It was a remarkable performance by Jemel Jones, who led CSU Bakersfield to a convincing 76-64 victory over Hawaii on Thursday night.
Jones was the standout player for the Roadrunners, delivering an impressive 29 points alongside five rebounds, ensuring that his team secured a vital win.
Joining Jones in the spotlight, CJ Hardy added 19 points to the scoreboard and contributed six rebounds, fortifying their offensive efforts. Meanwhile, Marvin McGhee showcased his shooting prowess, making six out of 15 shots, and was particularly effective from three-point range, hitting four out of nine attempts to end the match with 16 points.
The Rainbow Warriors faced an uphill battle despite a valiant attempt on their part. Gytis Nemeiksa proved to be a formidable opponent as he topped the scoring for Hawaii with 21 points. Other notable contributions came from Tanner Christensen, who added 12 points and seven rebounds to Hawaii’s tally, and Tom Beattie, who finished the night with 11 points.
Looking ahead, Hawaii will make their way to CSU Northridge for their next game slated to take place on Saturday. The team is hoping to bounce back from their recent defeat and gain momentum before the season progresses.