The 19-9 California Golden Bears are 10-6 in conference and remain in the projected NCAA Tournament field. The last week included a strong effort against #6 Oregon that resulted in a 68-65 defeat and a 76-46 drubbing of Oregon State. However, according to Bracket Matrix they have slipped to an 11 seed (compared to a 10 seed two weeks ago).
The Bears aren’t really being punished for losing to the Ducks, but having to face a team as weak as the Beavers caused their RPI to fall to 51. Cal still appears to control its own destiny.