Hawaii Warriors vs UC Santa Barbara Gauchos predictions, Feb 21, 2026

Feb 21, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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On February 21, 2026, the Hawaii Warriors will host the UC Santa Barbara Gauchos in an exciting NCAA College Basketball matchup. The Warriors come into this game with a strong recent performance, securing victories in 3 of their last 5 outings. Their home court advantage at the Stan Sheriff Center has contributed to their competitive edge, bolstered by a resilient offense that has consistently found ways to score.

In contrast, the Gauchos have faced a tougher stretch, winning only 2 of their past 5 games. While they possess a talented roster capable of explosive plays, their recent inconsistency may hinder their performance on the road. The current bookmakers’ odds favor Hawaii at 1.55 for a home win, compared to UC Santa Barbara’s 2.21, reflecting the Warriors’ perceived advantage.

Our model suggests a 53.1% probability of a Hawaii win and a tight contest predicted with a final score of 75-72. With both teams aiming to enhance their standings, this game promises to be closely contested. While Hawaii holds a slight edge, the outcome remains uncertain, and all eyes will be on the court come game time.

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Hawaii
58.6%		 UC Santa Barbara
41.4%

Prediction (the most likely score): 75:72

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Betting Odds

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MarathonBet 1.59 2.24
WilliamHill 1.57 2.4
Pinnacle 1.6 2.12

Latest Results

19.02.26 Hawaii Warriors basketball – Cal Poly Mustangs basketball – 75:86
14.02.26 Cal State Northridge Matadors basketball – Hawaii Warriors basketball – 84:60
12.02.26 Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners basketball – Hawaii Warriors basketball – 74:89
07.02.26 Hawaii Warriors basketball – UC San Diego Tritons basketball – 72:67
31.01.26 Long Beach State 49ers basketball – Hawaii Warriors basketball – 82:89		 19.02.26 UC Santa Barbara Gauchos basketball – Cal State Northridge Matadors basketball – 83:85 OT
14.02.26 Cal Poly Mustangs basketball – UC Santa Barbara Gauchos basketball – 89:79
12.02.26 UC Riverside Highlanders basketball – UC Santa Barbara Gauchos basketball – 68:76
07.02.26 UC Santa Barbara Gauchos basketball – UC Irvine Anteaters basketball – 84:79
05.02.26 UC Davis Aggies basketball – UC Santa Barbara Gauchos basketball – 85:75

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Hawaii won 0.
  • The recent form of both competitors has been shaky.
  • Hawaii could have a small edge in this match.
  • We predict that Hawaii will win today’s game, with odds of 1.59.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Hawaii won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 15 matches, and goals 1331:1428. (average 66.6:71.4).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Hawaii won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 742:755. (average 67.5:68.6).

    Latest Head To Head

    17.01.26 UC Santa Barbara Gauchos basketball – Hawaii Warriors basketball – 77:62
    08.02.25 UC Santa Barbara Gauchos basketball – Hawaii Warriors basketball – 76:72
    02.01.25 Hawaii Warriors basketball – UC Santa Barbara Gauchos basketball – 61:64
    17.02.24 UC Santa Barbara Gauchos basketball – Hawaii Warriors basketball – 77:71
    25.01.24 Hawaii Warriors basketball – UC Santa Barbara Gauchos basketball – 61:78

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 4.25 (17.74%)

    2. Arizona Wildcats: 6 (12.57%)

    3. Duke Blue Devils: 7.5 (10.05%)

    4. Houston Cougars: 8 (9.42%)

    5. Iowa State: 13 (5.8%)

    6. Florida Gators: 14 (5.39%)

    7. Illinois Fighting Illini: 14 (5.39%)

    8. Connecticut Huskies: 17 (4.44%)

    9. Kansas Jayhawks: 21 (3.59%)

    10. Purdue Boilermakers: 26 (2.9%)

    11. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 41 (1.84%)

    12. Michigan State: 51 (1.48%)

    13. Arkansas Razorbacks: 51 (1.48%)

    14. Tennessee Volunteers: 67 (1.13%)

    15. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 67 (1.13%)

    16. Louisville: 67 (1.13%)

    17. Vanderbilt Commodores: 67 (1.13%)

    18. Alabama Crimson Tide: 67 (1.13%)

    19. St. Johns Red Storm: 67 (1.13%)

    20. Virginia Cavaliers: 81 (0.93%)

    21. North Carolina: 101 (0.75%)

    22. Wisconsin Badgers: 126 (0.6%)

    23. Clemson: 126 (0.6%)

    24. Brigham Young: 126 (0.6%)

    25. Kentucky Wildcats: 126 (0.6%)

    26. Iowa Hawkeyes: 151 (0.5%)

    27. St. Louis Billikens: 151 (0.5%)

    28. NC State: 151 (0.5%)

    29. Texas Tech: 201 (0.38%)

    30. UCF Knights: 201 (0.38%)

    31. Texas A&M: 201 (0.38%)

    32. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.3%)

    33. Indiana Hoosiers: 251 (0.3%)

    34. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.3%)

    35. Auburn Tigers: 251 (0.3%)

    36. Miami (FL): 251 (0.3%)

    37. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.3%)

    38. UCLA: 251 (0.3%)

    39. Ohio State Buckeyes: 351 (0.21%)

    40. Georgia Bulldogs: 351 (0.21%)

    41. USC Trojans: 351 (0.21%)

    42. Virginia Tech: 501 (0.15%)

    43. Baylor Bears: 501 (0.15%)

    44. Seton Hall Pirates: 501 (0.15%)

    45. New Mexico: 501 (0.15%)

    46. San Diego State: 501 (0.15%)

    47. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.15%)

    48. Missouri Tigers: 751 (0.1%)

    49. Santa Clara: 751 (0.1%)

    50. Miami (Ohio): 751 (0.1%)

    51. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.08%)

    52. TCU: 1001 (0.08%)

    53. West Virginia: 1001 (0.08%)

    54. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.08%)

    55. Creighton: 1001 (0.08%)

    56. Oklahoma Sooners: 1001 (0.08%)

    57. Stanford Cardinal: 1001 (0.08%)

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