The Matchup

The UC Irvine Anteaters (18-9, 11-4 Big West) welcome the UC San Diego Tritons (18-9, 8-7 Big West) to the Bren Events Center on Saturday, February 21, 2026, with tip-off scheduled for 10:00 p.m. ET. UC Irvine currently shares the top spot in the Big West Conference with Hawai’i.

UC Irvine Anteaters Preview

The Anteaters are looking to continue a four-game home winning streak. In their most recent contest, UC Irvine defeated Long Beach State 69-58, led by Kyle Evans’ impressive performance of 14 points and 11 rebounds, along with 6 blocks. Harrison Carrington added 13 points.

UC Irvine is averaging 77.3 points per game and boasts a strong rebounding game, averaging 40.6 rebounds per game. Kyle Evans leads the team in scoring, averaging 12.1 points, and 8.6 rebounds per game.

ESPN – “UC Irvine faces UC San Diego following Mayes’ 24-point performance.”

UC San Diego Tritons Preview

The Tritons have also compiled an 18-9 record this season. They recently secured a 72-66 victory over UC Riverside, with Hudson Mayes leading the charge with 24 points. Bol Dengdit contributed with 16 points and 8 rebounds in that game.

UC San Diego averages 76.3 points per game and has a field goal percentage of 45.8%. Their defense averages 7.5 steals per game.

Key Statistics

• UC Irvine Points Per Game: 77.3
• UC Irvine Rebounds Per Game: 40.6
• UC Irvine Assists Per Game: 16.1
• UC San Diego Points Per Game: 76.3
• UC San Diego Rebounds Per Game: 37.4
• UC San Diego Field Goal Percentage: 45.8%

Betting Odds

As of Saturday at 3:33 p.m. ET, UC Irvine is favored by 4.5 points with a moneyline of -210. UC San Diego has a moneyline of +170. The total is set at 142.5 points.

Recent Results

UC San Diego

• Feb 14, 2026 vs UCR: W 72-66
• Feb 12, 2026 vs UCD: W 68-51
• Feb 7, 2026 @ HAWAII: W 72-67

UC Irvine

• Feb 19, 2026 @ LBSU: W 69-58
• Feb 14, 2026 vs CSUF: W 86-65
• Feb 12, 2026 @ CPL: W 79-73

Broadcast Information

The game will be broadcast on Spectrum SportsNet.