Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners vs UC Riverside Highlanders predictions, Jan 08, 2026

Jan 08, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

NCAA College Basketball, on Thursday,

Bakersfield

UC Riverside

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In an upcoming NCAA College Basketball matchup, Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners will face off against the UC Riverside Highlanders on January 8, 2026. The Roadrunners, coming off a mixed run with 2 wins in their last 5 matches, will be looking to capitalize on their home advantage. On the other hand, the Highlanders have struggled recently, managing only 1 win in their last 5 games.

Cal State Bakersfield seems to have a slight edge according to bookmakers, with odds favoring them at 1.61 for a home win. Our model predicts a close game, giving the Roadrunners a 55% chance of clinching the victory. However, the Highlanders shouldn’t be underestimated, with a 45% probability of an away win.

Both teams will need to bring their A-game to secure a win in this matchup. Cal State Bakersfield will rely on their recent form and home court advantage, while UC Riverside will look to turn the tide and pull off an upset. It promises to be an exciting and closely contested game with both teams hungry for a win.

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Bakersfield
58.3%		 UC Riverside
41.7%

Prediction (the most likely score): 79:76

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Betting Odds

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WilliamHill 1.66 2.2
Pinnacle 1.60 2.12
Best for US Customers 1.55 2.4

Latest Results

03.01.26 UC Davis Aggies basketball – Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners basketball – 79:81
01.01.26 Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners basketball – UC Irvine Anteaters basketball – 77:81
23.12.25 Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners basketball – Idaho Vandals basketball – 64:63
13.12.25 Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners basketball – Pepperdine Waves basketball – 62:70
11.12.25 Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners basketball – North Dakota State Bison basketball – 69:80		 01.01.26 UC Riverside Highlanders basketball – Hawaii Warriors basketball – 45:88
23.12.25 UCLA Bruins basketball – UC Riverside Highlanders basketball – 97:65
20.12.25 St. Thomas Minnesota Tommies basketball – UC Riverside Highlanders basketball – 92:78
13.12.25 Brigham Young Cougars basketball – UC Riverside Highlanders basketball – 100:53
06.12.25 Cal Poly Mustangs basketball – UC Riverside Highlanders basketball – 84:88

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Bakersfield won 1.
  • Recent performances by Bakersfield have been up and down (last 5 games: 2 wins).
  • UC Riverside is going through a rough patch (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • UC Riverside may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Recently, Bakersfield has had a series of home games.
  • Recently, UC Riverside has had a series of away games.
  • Bakersfield could have a small edge in this match.
  • In the last 11 head-to-head matches, Bakersfield won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 8 matches, and goals 748:762. (average 68:69.3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Bakersfield won 2 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 305:280. (average 76.3:70).

    Latest Head To Head

    08.02.25 UC Riverside Highlanders basketball – Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners basketball – 69:64
    25.01.25 Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners basketball – UC Riverside Highlanders basketball – 79:83
    13.03.24 UC Riverside Highlanders basketball – Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners basketball – 83:78
    08.02.24 UC Riverside Highlanders basketball – Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners basketball – 65:63
    18.01.24 Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners basketball – UC Riverside Highlanders basketball – 80:56

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 4 (17.92%)

    2. Arizona Wildcats: 7 (10.24%)

    3. Connecticut Huskies: 10.5 (6.83%)

    4. Iowa State: 12 (5.97%)

    5. Purdue Boilermakers: 13 (5.52%)

    6. Duke Blue Devils: 16 (4.48%)

    7. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 16 (4.48%)

    8. Houston Cougars: 16 (4.48%)

    9. Michigan State: 21 (3.41%)

    10. Illinois Fighting Illini: 26 (2.76%)

    11. Texas Tech: 31 (2.31%)

    12. Florida Gators: 31 (2.31%)

    13. Vanderbilt Commodores: 31 (2.31%)

    14. Brigham Young: 31 (2.31%)

    15. Louisville: 34 (2.11%)

    16. Alabama Crimson Tide: 36 (1.99%)

    17. Kansas Jayhawks: 41 (1.75%)

    18. Tennessee Volunteers: 51 (1.41%)

    19. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 51 (1.41%)

    20. Arkansas Razorbacks: 51 (1.41%)

    21. North Carolina: 51 (1.41%)

    22. Kentucky Wildcats: 61 (1.18%)

    23. Baylor Bears: 101 (0.71%)

    24. Virginia Cavaliers: 101 (0.71%)

    25. Clemson: 126 (0.57%)

    26. St. Johns Red Storm: 126 (0.57%)

    27. TCU: 151 (0.47%)

    28. Iowa Hawkeyes: 151 (0.47%)

    29. Auburn Tigers: 151 (0.47%)

    30. UCLA: 151 (0.47%)

    31. Villanova Wildcats: 201 (0.36%)

    32. Indiana Hoosiers: 201 (0.36%)

    33. Missouri Tigers: 201 (0.36%)

    34. Georgia Bulldogs: 201 (0.36%)

    35. NC State: 201 (0.36%)

    36. Virginia Tech: 251 (0.29%)

    37. UCF Knights: 251 (0.29%)

    38. Wisconsin Badgers: 251 (0.29%)

    39. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.29%)

    40. Ohio State Buckeyes: 251 (0.29%)

    41. Miami (FL): 251 (0.29%)

    42. Oklahoma State: 251 (0.29%)

    43. USC Trojans: 351 (0.2%)

    44. Wake Forest: 501 (0.14%)

    45. Butler Bulldogs: 501 (0.14%)

    46. San Diego State: 501 (0.14%)

    47. Creighton: 501 (0.14%)

    48. Texas Longhorns: 501 (0.14%)

    49. Oklahoma Sooners: 501 (0.14%)

    50. Stanford Cardinal: 501 (0.14%)

    51. Texas A&M: 501 (0.14%)

    52. Oregon Ducks: 501 (0.14%)

    53. California Golden Bears: 751 (0.1%)

    54. Boise State: 751 (0.1%)

    55. LSU: 751 (0.1%)

    56. Ole Miss Rebels: 751 (0.1%)

    57. Memphis Tigers: 751 (0.1%)

    58. Kansas State: 751 (0.1%)

    59. Washington Huskies: 751 (0.1%)

    60. West Virginia: 751 (0.1%)

    61. New Mexico: 751 (0.1%)

    62. Cincinnati Bearcats: 751 (0.1%)

    63. Arizona State: 751 (0.1%)

    64. Maryland Terrapins: 1001 (0.07%)

    65. South Carolina Gamecocks: 1001 (0.07%)

    66. Marquette: 1001 (0.07%)

    67. Colorado State: 1001 (0.07%)

    68. Pittsburgh Panthers: 1001 (0.07%)

    69. Colorado: 1001 (0.07%)

    70. Utah Utes: 1001 (0.07%)

    71. Northwestern Wildcats: 1001 (0.07%)

    72. Notre Dame: 1001 (0.07%)

    73. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.07%)

    74. Xavier Musketeers: 1001 (0.07%)

    75. Mississippi St.: 1001 (0.07%)

    76. Georgia Tech: 1001 (0.07%)

    77. DePaul Blue Demons: 1001 (0.07%)

    78. Providence Friars: 1001 (0.07%)

    79. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 1001 (0.07%)

    80. Florida State: 1001 (0.07%)

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