The Portland State Vikings will meet the San Francisco Dons in a non-conference game. The game takes place at the Sobrato Center in San Francisco, CA. The matchup is set for Saturday, November 14, 2026, and will be available on ESPN+.
Portland State enters the game with a record of 1-2. The Vikings had a strong home victory against Lewis & Clark but struggled in their away games. Key players like Jaquay Randolph and Yaroslav Nikonov have shown potential in recent outings.
San Francisco comes into the matchup with a perfect 3-0 record. They have been effective at home, highlighted by wins over Montana and North Dakota State. Players like Ben Oosterbaan and Dylan Bordón have been instrumental in their success.
San Francisco vs Portland State At a Glance
- Matchup: Portland State Vikings vs San Francisco Dons
- Date & Time: Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
- Venue: Sobrato Center, San Francisco, CA
- TV: ESPN+
- Current Records: Portland State 1-2, San Francisco 3-0
- Game Odds: San Francisco is favored by 11.5 points
San Francisco Dons: A Closer Look at Their Season So Far
Offensive Performance
The San Francisco Dons average 72.7 points per game, which places them at 278th in the nation. They operate at a slower pace with 66.4 possessions per game, ranking 391st.
The team attempts 52.3 field goals per game, ranking 483rd, and they hit 43.9% of those shots, which is 232nd nationally. They have an effective field goal percentage of 51.0%, standing at 219th.
Three-Point and Free Throw Shooting
The Dons make 7.7 three-pointers per game, placing them 275th, and attempt 22.7 shots from beyond the arc, which is 349th. Their three-point shooting percentage is 33.8%, ranking 196th.
They have success at the free-throw line, making 19.0 free throws per game, ranking 79th. However, their percentage is only 67.1%, which is 321st.
Defensive Stats and Rebounding
Defensively, San Francisco records 8.0 steals per game, ranking 311th. They also average 4.3 blocks per game, which places them 390th.
The team gathers 38.0 rebounds per game, ranking 197th. They commit 16.0 fouls per game, which is 121st in the country.
Key Players to Watch
Ben Oosterbaan leads the team with an average of 16.0 points and 7.0 rebounds per game, shooting 58.6% from the field. Dylan Bordón contributes 12.0 points and 4.3 assists per game, though his shooting percentage is 32.4%.
Ismaila Diagne is a strong presence inside, averaging 10.0 points and 8.5 rebounds per game, with a shooting percentage of 58.3%. Gustav Knudsen adds 10.0 points and 6.0 rebounds per game, shooting 52.4%.
Recent Game Performances
The Dons have started the season strong with three consecutive wins. Against Montana, Ben Oosterbaan led with 16 points and 10 rebounds.
In the game against North Dakota State, both Ben Oosterbaan and Andrew Hilman scored 22 points each. The team defeated Radford with Dylan Bordón scoring 20 points and contributing seven assists.
Team Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 3-0 (100.0%)
- SU All Games: 3-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 3: 2-1 (66.7%)
- ATS All Games: 2-1 (66.7%)
- O/U Last 3: 1-2 (33.3%)
Portland State Vikings: A Closer Look at the Season Ahead
Offensive Overview
Portland State averages 80.7 points per game. They rank 177th in this category. Their effective field goal percentage is 51.7.
The team attempts 59.3 field goals per game. This ranks 296th. They make 19.3 free throws per game, placing them 72nd.
Defensive Performance
The Vikings are active on defense with 4.3 steals per game. They struggle with blocks, averaging only 0.3 per game. Their fouls per game are high, at 22.0.
Portland State turns the ball over 14.3 times per game. This ranks 328th. This area may need improvement.
Key Players
Jaquay Randolph leads the team in scoring with 16.5 points per game. He also pulls down 14 rebounds per game. Yaroslav Nikonov contributes 14.7 points and 3.7 assists.
Luke Kearney adds 9.7 points per game. KC Ibekwe is efficient, shooting 78.6% from the field. These players are critical to the Vikings' success.
Recent Game Performances
Portland State lost to Colorado State 87-71. Jaquay Randolph scored 23 points in this game. They also fell to Seattle Redhawks by a score of 79-60.
Their only win came against Lewis & Clark, with a 111-59 victory. Yaroslav Nikonov scored 14 points in this game. KC Ibekwe was a standout performer in this match.
Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 1-2 (33.3%)
- ATS Last 3: 1-1-1 (33.3%)
- O/U Last 3: 1-1 (50.0%)
- SU as Underdog: 0-2 (0.0%)
San Francisco vs Portland State Prediction: Over 143.5
Portland State scores 80.7 points per game. They have a fast pace with 70.9 possessions per game. This high scoring and quick pace could push the total score higher.
San Francisco averages 72.7 points per game. They play slower with 66.4 possessions, but their home performance could boost scoring. Together, these teams might cross the total line.
In their recent head-to-head games, both teams scored well. The last game at the Sobrato Center ended with 150 total points. Such history suggests another high-scoring game.
Given these scoring patterns, the over 143.5 is the pick. A projected score of San Francisco 78 - Portland State 74 supports this choice.
- San Francisco vs Portland State Prediction: Over 143.5
- San Francisco vs Portland State Score: San Francisco 78 - Portland State 74
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