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UC Irvine Favored by 12.5 Points in Big West Conference Showdown Against UC Davis

The 2024-25 NCAAB season continues with a Big West Conference showdown between UC Davis and UC Irvine at Bren Events Center in Irvine, CA. This will be their first meeting of the season after splitting their two-game series last season, each winning on their home court. UC Irvine is favored to win by 12.5 points, with an opening line of -13.5. Stay informed with this Aggies vs. Anteaters prediction and check out more NCAAB picks for Saturday's games.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Aggies +640 | Anteaters -1000
• Spread: Aggies +12.5 (-110) | Anteaters -12.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 135 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that UC Irvine will win straight-up is 91%.

UC Davis vs UC Irvine Stats

UC Davis Aggies

Last Thursday, the UC Davis Aggies ended their three-game winning streak with a tough 60-58 defeat at UC Riverside. Despite holding a three-point lead with 30 seconds remaining, the Aggies could not hold on as they scored just two points in the final four minutes of the game. Senior guard TY Johnson led the team with 20 points and eight rebounds. Johnson is the standout player on the team, averaging 21.2 points and 4.8 rebounds per game. The Aggies have struggled with scoring, ranking 337th in the nation with just 96.3 points per 100 possessions. Defensively, they surrender 101.2 points per game, ranking 81st. Currently, UC Davis is ranked No. 216 in the NCAA NET Rankings with a power ranking of 178. Offensively, the Aggies score an average of 68.86 points per game, shooting 41.25% from the field and 30.94% from three-point range. Defensively, they allow 68.90 points per game, with opponents shooting 41.38% from the field and 32.81% from three-point range. The Aggies have a 12-9 record this season and are ranked 308 in offense and 101 in defense.

UC Irvine Anteaters Analysis

The UC Irvine Anteaters secured a hard-fought victory against Long Beach State, overcoming a 10-point deficit to win in overtime and improve to 9-1 in conference play. They demonstrated strong shooting percentages, making 44.4% of their field goals, 55% of their three-pointers, and remained perfect from the foul line. Despite allowing offensive rebounds and points in the paint, key players like Myles Che and Devin Tillis delivered impressive performances. The Anteaters boast a balanced offense with four players averaging double figures in points per game, led by senior center Bent Leuchten. Defensively, they have solid stats as well, ranking high in field goal percentage and rebounds. Overall, the Anteaters are ranked 52nd in the NCAA NET Rankings and maintain a strong record of 19-3 (15-6 ATS).

UC Irvine's Bent Leuchten poses a challenge for UC Davis in upcoming game

Bent Leuchten is a player to watch closely in the upcoming game due to his performance in the paint. Despite the Aggies' strong defensive abilities, they may struggle to contain Leuchten due to a lack of height. Compared to UC Davis, UC Irvine is considered a more formidable offensive team with the capabilities to neutralize TY Johnson. Given these factors, the hosts are likely to secure a victory. UC Irvine has a track record of covering the spread in six consecutive home games while maintaining an average of 62.2 points allowed per game. On the contrary, the Aggies have displayed issues with turnovers and a low shooting percentage of 45.2% on their 2-point attempts, reducing their chances of a close match.

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