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UC San Diego Tritons vs UC Irvine Anteaters Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: February 8, 2025 at 10:00 PM ET

Venue: Bren Events Center — Irvine, CA

Article updated Feb 8, 2:16 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

In an upcoming matchup between UC San Diego and UC Irvine on the hardwood, UC San Diego comes in as the betting favorite after a strong performance in their previous game. UC

Game outlook

In an upcoming matchup between UC San Diego and UC Irvine on the hardwood, UC San Diego comes in as the betting favorite after a strong performance in their previous game. UC Irvine, however, will be looking to bounce back after falling short in their last contest. The all-time series between the teams favors the Anteaters, who lead 8-2 and claimed a victory earlier in the season. The current line has UC Irvine as a slight underdog. Stay tuned for our UC San Diego vs. UC Irvine prediction for Saturday night's game.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Tritons -113 | Anteaters -106

Spread: Tritons 0 (-110) | Anteaters 0 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 139.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that UC San Diego will win straight-up is 53%.

UC San Diego Tritons

UC San Diego continues to dominate in the Big West Conference, with their recent victory adding to their impressive 23-11 record. Led by standout player Aniwaniwa Tait-Jones, the Tritons are known for their strong offensive capabilities, averaging 80.3 points per game. Defensively, they only allow an average of 62.8 points per game, ranking them 12th in the nation. Overall, UC San Diego ranks 51st in offense and 12th in defense, with key players like Tyler McGhie and Nordin Kapic contributing to their success. With a power ranking of 6 and strong shooting percentages, the Tritons are a force to be reckoned with in college basketball.

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UC Irvine Anteaters Analysis

UC Irvine secured their third consecutive victory by defeating UC Davis in their most recent game. With a record of 20-3 overall and a 10-1 conference mark, the Anteaters currently hold the top spot in the Big West, one game ahead of UC San Diego. Despite trailing early in the game, UC Irvine managed to rally and secure the win with strong shooting percentages and a standout performance from Bent Leuchten, who led the team with 21 points, 13 rebounds, and six assists. The Anteaters excel on both ends of the court, ranking 129th in the nation for offense and 30th for defense. They boast a solid shooting percentage, particularly from the free-throw line where they rank third in Division I. UC Irvine's roster is anchored by key players like Devin Tillis and Justin Hohn, who contribute significantly to the team's offensive output. Overall, the Anteaters display strong teamwork and skill across various statistical categories, positioning them as a formidable opponent in their upcoming games.

UC Irvine Anteaters Look to Maintain Home Court Dominance Against UC San Diego Tide

The Anteaters emerged victorious in the teams' first encounter this season, securing an eight-point victory on the road last month. UC San Diego has exhibited impressive form, triumphing in 17 of their last 19 games, including a commendable 7-2 record as the away team. In contrast, UC Irvine remains undefeated at home with all eight wins boasting double-figure differentials. Both squads showcase proficiency on offense and excel in defensive capabilities. UC Irvine maintains an edge in rebounding, courtesy of Leuchten and Tillis. With their wealth of experience, the Anteaters are poised to face the Tritons' formidable defense unfazed. The home court advantage further solidifies UC Irvine's position as the favored team for this match.

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SportsJaw published this archived preview from its original game-day article. Its prediction and quoted lines are preserved as written.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · UC San Diego Tritons-110 → -106Moved
  • Moneyline · UC Irvine Anteaters-110 → -115Moved
  • Spread · UC San Diego Tritons-1 (-110) → -1 (-110)Unchanged
  • Spread · UC Irvine Anteaters+1 (-110) → +1 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Over139 (-110) → 139.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under139 (-110) → 139.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

UC San Diego Tritons
23-11 matchup record · 7-3-0 ATS · 6-3-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
UC Irvine Anteaters
23-12 matchup record · 7-3-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-02-08T19:16:25.099Z). 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

  • 2025-01-11UC Irvine Anteaters 60 · UC San Diego Tritons 52
  • 2024-02-24UC Irvine Anteaters 88 · UC San Diego Tritons 92
Final result

Matchup pick recap

UC San Diego Tritons defeated UC Irvine Anteaters 85-67

UC San Diego Tritons defeated UC Irvine Anteaters 85-67 on February 8, 2025, a 18-point decision in the series. UC San Diego Tritons' strongest period was the 2nd half, when it outscored its opponent 53-37. Against SportsJaw's recorded UC San Diego Tritons -1 (-110) spread, UC San Diego Tritons covered, while the 152 combined points finished over the recorded total of 139.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • Teddy718Spread · UC Irvine Anteaters 0 (-110)Loss