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Cal Completes Season Sweep of Stanford, Earns 19th Victory
Bears move closer to NCAA tournament bid with win over rival Cardinal
Published on Feb. 22, 2026
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The Cal Bears defeated the Stanford Cardinal 72-66 on Saturday, completing their first regular-season sweep of their rivals since the 2009-10 campaign. The win moves Cal one step closer to an NCAA tournament bid and a 20-win season, which would be their first since 2017.
Why it matters
This victory over Stanford is a significant milestone for the Cal basketball program, as they look to secure an NCAA tournament berth and achieve their first 20-win season in nearly a decade. The Bears' success this season has major implications for their postseason aspirations and the future direction of the program.
The details
Chris Bell scored 20 points, including three crucial free throws late in the game, to lead the Bears to victory. John Camden added 18 points and 8 rebounds, while Dai Dai Ames contributed 17 points and 7 rebounds. Cal outscored the Cardinal 21-9 over the final 7.5 minutes of the first half to take a 39-25 lead into halftime. Stanford made a late push, cutting the deficit to 6 points, but the Bears held on for the 72-66 win.
- The game was played on Saturday, February 22, 2026.
- Cal completed their first regular-season sweep of Stanford since the 2009-10 campaign.
The players
Chris Bell
A key player for the Cal Bears, scoring 20 points including three late free throws to help secure the victory.
John Camden
Contributed 18 points and 8 rebounds for the Bears in the win over Stanford.
Dai Dai Ames
Scored 17 points and grabbed 7 rebounds for Cal in the season sweep of their rivals.
Lee Dort
The Bears' starting center, who missed his seventh consecutive game due to a lower-body injury sustained during the teams' previous matchup on January 24.
Ebuka Okorie
A Stanford player who had 9 points and 8 rebounds in the first half, but whose teammates struggled, combining for just 16 points on 6-for-20 shooting.
What’s next
The Bears have four games remaining in the regular season as they continue their push for an NCAA tournament bid.
The takeaway
Cal's season sweep of Stanford, coupled with their 19th win of the season, puts them in a strong position to earn their first NCAA tournament appearance since 2017. The Bears' balanced scoring attack and stifling defense have been key factors in their success this year, and they will look to carry that momentum into the final stretch of the regular season.
