The Rainbow Warriors concluded their final season in the Big West Conference with a championship, marking their sixth NCAA Tournament appearance and first in ten years. The team finished the season with a 24-9 record, their third 20-win season in four years, and tied for the fourth-most wins in program history. They dominated at home with a 16-3 record, winning by an average of 15.2 points, and set a single-season points record with 2,626. Senior Isaac Johnson led the team and earned multiple accolades, including Big West Championship MVP and first-team All-Big West honors.

By the Numbers
  • 24 wins: tied for fourth-most in program history.
  • 79.6 points per game: second-highest scoring average in over five decades.
  • 11-game home win streak: with an average margin of victory of 15.2 points.
  • Largest win in program history: 43-point victory against UC Riverside.
Yes, But

Despite the successful season, the team faced a challenging NCAA Tournament exit, losing 97鈥�78 to No. 4 seed Arkansas, highlighting gaps in performance against top-tier competition.

State of Play
  • Big West Tournament champions and NCAA Tournament appearance marked a return to national relevance.
  • Season showcased significant improvements in offensive performance and defensive resilience.
What's Next

With the departure of key seniors, the program will look to build on this success by recruiting fresh talent and continuing to enhance its competitive standing in upcoming seasons.

Bottom Line

The Rainbow Warriors have revitalized their program by capturing the Big West title and returning to the NCAA Tournament, setting the stage for continued growth and improvement as they transition out of the conference.