UC Irvine Anteaters

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UC Santa Barbara Gauchos (UCSB)

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Can UCSB Make it a Close Game?

We’re confident of UC Santa Barbara staying close to UC Irvine, with our prediction being that they’ll cover the spread. The +4.5 looks really generous at 1.83.

7 UC Irvine Victories in Previous 10 H2H Matchups

UC Irvine Anteaters triumphed in their previous game. It was on the road where UC Davis Aggies were beaten 88-59.

UC Santa Barbara Gauchos suffered a defeat in their last game. A 103-77 scoreline occurred on the road against Cal State Northridge Matadors.

UC Irvine won the last matchup between the pair. Enjoying a 62-60 triumph when facing UCSB. UC Irvine have won four on the spin against UCSB. They’ve also claimed 7 wins in the past 10 head-to-head matchups.

NCAAB Overall PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
UC Irvine 28-6 2580 2251 329 11-2 17-4 1L
UCSB 21-13 2527 2340 187 13-5 8-8 1L
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Expert College Basketball Analysis

The college basketball predictions are created after keeping tabs on the latest team news along with the form guide. We also delve into the latest stats which can provide a barometer for how the action might play out.

Key UC Irvine vs UCSB stats:

  • The +4.5 line has been covered by UCSB in 9 of their last 10 games at home.
  • The +4.5 line has been covered by UCSB in 17 of their last 20 games at home.
  • The +4.5 line has been covered by UCSB in 4 consecutive games at home.
  • The +4.5 line has been covered by UCSB in 6 of their last 10 games against UC Irvine.

UC Irvine vs UCSB Prediction

We’ve lined up a pick which requires UCSB to keep close to the favorites in this college matchup. We think that the line of +4.5 can be covered and you can secure 1.83.

If you’re looking for a bigger potential return on your stake, there is always the option to move the line. Consider the betting odds and whether each line can be covered.

UCSB +4.5 Probability

According to the sportsbooks, our pick has a 54.6% chance of winning. However, our cappers in-depth research has found that the actual probability is closer to 60%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this college basketball wager.

Our Pick

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Published 13:53, 08 March 2025

UC Irvine vs UCSB Bet Builder Tips

Spread UCSB +4.5
Totals Over 139.5
Result & BTTS 60 UCSB / Yes

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Correct Score Prediction

UC Irvine UC Irvine logo 73 - 74 UC Santa Barbara logo UC Santa Barbara

UC Santa Barbara are available at massive odds to register a 74-73 victory and they might have the edge. This should be a close game and there won’t be much between the teams.

UC Irvine vs UCSB Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Latest Odds Suggest UC Irvine Win

With a 63% chance of securing victory, UC Irvine are favorites for this college game and the sportsbooks have them at betting odds of 1.60. UC Santa Barbara are the underdogs at 2.38 and they’re regarded as least likely to win.

The spread is currently 3.5, with the total points line at 139.5. The advantage of the Totals is that you only have to choose from one of two options. If you're keen on Over 139.5, this selection is available at 1.87.

You can back UC Irvine to make a fast start and hit the 20-point mark first. The favorites are 1.67 to achieve this, with UCSB 2.10 to win the race to this total.

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Team Stats

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

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Moneyline

  • 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 9 wins and 1 defeat in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

  • 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 home games

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NCAAB Table Select Season

Big West Overall PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
UC San Diego 30-4 2712 2095 617 17-2 13-2 15W
UC Irvine 28-6 2580 2251 329 11-2 17-4 1L
Cal State Northridge 22-10 2580 2319 261 12-4 10-6 1L
UC Riverside 21-12 2480 2449 31 14-2 7-10 1L
UCSB 21-13 2527 2340 187 13-5 8-8 1L
Hawaii 15-16 2173 2208 -35 13-7 2-9 2L
UC Davis 15-17 2175 2249 -74 8-7 7-10 7L
Cal Poly 16-19 2873 2901 -28 9-5 7-14 1L
CSU Bakersfield 14-19 2434 2432 2 10-7 4-12 1L
Long Beach State 7-25 2152 2374 -222 3-14 4-11 15L
Cal State Fullerton 6-26 2024 2475 -451 4-11 2-15 12L
  • Overall = Overall Wins-Losses
  • PF = Total Points For
  • PA = Total Points Against
  • N. Pts = Point Differential
  • Home = Home Record
  • Away = Away Record
  • Strk = Current Streak