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UC Riverside Highlanders vs UC Irvine Anteaters Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: January 4, 2025 at 10:00 PM ET

Venue: Bren Events Center — Irvine, CA

Article updated Jan 4, 1:16 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The UC Riverside Highlanders will face off against the UC Irvine Anteaters in a conference matchup on Saturday evening. The Highlanders are coming off a road win against Long

Game outlook

The UC Riverside Highlanders will face off against the UC Irvine Anteaters in a conference matchup on Saturday evening. The Highlanders are coming off a road win against Long Beach State, while the Anteaters secured a victory against Cal Poly in their most recent game. Both teams won their home matchups last season. UC Irvine is the favorite with a point spread of -10. Will UC Riverside maintain their undefeated conference record? Stay tuned for the prediction.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Highlanders +415 | Anteaters -550

Spread: Highlanders +10 (-110) | Anteaters -10 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 142 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that UC Irvine will win straight-up is 85%.

UC Riverside Highlanders

The UC Riverside Highlanders are currently seeking their 11th win of the season and are considered contenders in the Big West conference. Despite a few bad losses, the team has shown improvement with recent wins and strong performances from key players such as Barrington Hargress and Kaleb Smith. The Highlanders have covered the spread in three of their past five games and are currently ranked 259th in offense, 197th in defense, and have a power ranking of 134. Offensively, the team is shooting 42.11% from the field and 72.03% from the free-throw line. Defensively, they allow an average of 44.21% field goals and 73.49% free throws. Overall, UC Riverside is 10-5 this season with an 8-4-1 against the spread record. For those looking for assistance during College Hoops season, choosing UC Riverside as a top NCAAB Handicapper may be beneficial.

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UC Irvine Anteaters Analysis

The UC Irvine Anteaters are actively seeking their second conference win after a season marked by inconsistency. They recently secured a 98-89 overtime road win against Cal Poly, bringing them to a 2-0 record in Big West play. Senior center Brent Leuchten has been a standout player, averaging 15.6 PPG on 54% shooting. Other key contributors include senior forward Devin Willis and senior guard Justin Hohn. The team is ranked 68th in Ken Pomeroy's ratings and has shown strength on both offense and defense. With a 12-2 overall record and impressive stats in field goal percentage and rebounds, the Anteaters are proving to be a formidable competitor in the conference. Make sure to research thoroughly before looking for the top Sportsbook Promos.

UC Riverside Highlanders Dominate with Strong Performance and Perfect Conference Record

The UC Riverside Highlanders have demonstrated a strong performance recently, securing victory in six of their last seven games and boasting a perfect 3-0 record in conference play. Although they experienced a slight dip in performance after their initial 9-0 start, with a 3-2 record in their last five games, including a defeat against Duquesne, the team's resilience and determination remain evident. Despite this, UC Riverside maintains a competitive edge with an impressive average of 105.5 points per 100 possessions, slightly below UC Irvine's 106 points per 100 possessions. Additionally, their sturdy defense has limited opponents to 68 points or fewer in four of their last six games, conceding only 60 points in their recent road victory.

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SportsJaw Highlanders vs Anteaters archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Highlanders vs Anteaters matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · UC Riverside Highlanders+275 → +318Moved
  • Moneyline · UC Irvine Anteaters-350 → -400Moved
  • Spread · UC Riverside Highlanders+9.25 (-110) → +8.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · UC Irvine Anteaters-9.25 (-110) → -8.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over140.5 (-110) → 141.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under140.5 (-110) → 141.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

UC Riverside Highlanders
10-22 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
UC Irvine Anteaters
23-12 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-01-04T06:16:31.444Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-02-10UC Irvine Anteaters 78 · UC Riverside Highlanders 88
Final result

Matchup pick recap

UC Irvine Anteaters defeated UC Riverside Highlanders 81-57

UC Irvine Anteaters defeated UC Riverside Highlanders 81-57 on January 4, 2025, a 24-point decision in the series. UC Irvine Anteaters' strongest period was the 2nd half, when it outscored its opponent 52-22. Against SportsJaw's recorded UC Riverside Highlanders +8.5 (-110) spread, UC Irvine Anteaters covered, while the 138 combined points finished under the recorded total of 141.5.

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  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

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