UC Irvine Anteaters vs Long Beach State 49ers predictions, Jan 08, 2026

Jan 08, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

NCAA College Basketball, on Thursday,

UC Irvine

Long Beach State

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In an upcoming NCAA college basketball match, the UC Irvine Anteaters will face off against the Long Beach State 49ers on January 8, 2026. The Anteaters have shown solid form recently, winning 3 of their last 5 matches, while the 49ers have won 2 of their last 5 games.

As the home team, UC Irvine will have the support of their fans at the venue, which could give them a slight advantage. They will look to capitalize on their recent form and continue their winning streak. With a current odds of 1.13, bookmakers predict that the Anteaters have a higher chance of coming out victorious in this matchup.

However, the Long Beach State 49ers should not be underestimated. Despite their slightly lower odds of 5.54, they have the potential to cause an upset. They will be eager to bounce back and secure a crucial win on the road.

It promises to be an exciting and competitive game between these two teams, and the outcome is uncertain. Both teams will be looking to exploit their tactical strengths and secure a vital victory.

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UC Irvine
83.1%		 Long Beach State
16.9%

Outrights of NCAA College Basketball UC Irvine: 0.48%

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Betting Odds

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WilliamHill 1.13 5.75
Best for US Customers 1.12 5.33

Latest Results

03.01.26 Cal State Fullerton Titans basketball – UC Irvine Anteaters basketball – 64:86
01.01.26 Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners basketball – UC Irvine Anteaters basketball – 77:81
22.12.25 UC Irvine Anteaters basketball – Norfolk State Spartans basketball – 70:89
21.12.25 North Dakota State Bison basketball – UC Irvine Anteaters basketball – 73:74
19.12.25 UC Irvine Anteaters basketball – Belmont Bruins basketball – 58:84		 03.01.26 Long Beach State 49ers basketball – Cal Poly Mustangs basketball – 74:66
21.12.25 Iowa State Cyclones basketball – Long Beach State 49ers basketball – 91:60
18.12.25 Long Beach State 49ers basketball – Pepperdine Waves basketball – 81:78
09.12.25 San Jose State Spartans basketball – Long Beach State 49ers basketball – 89:83 OT
06.12.25 Long Beach State 49ers basketball – UC San Diego Tritons basketball – 74:80

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, UC Irvine won 4.
  • Both teams are showing inconsistent performances lately.
  • Long Beach State may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • In this match, UC Irvine is the clear favorite.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, UC Irvine won 13 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 1345:1245. (average 67.3:62.3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, UC Irvine won 7 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 681:606. (average 61.9:55.1).

    Latest Head To Head

    01.03.25 UC Irvine Anteaters basketball – Long Beach State 49ers basketball – 70:60
    30.01.25 Long Beach State 49ers basketball – UC Irvine Anteaters basketball – 75:80 OT
    15.03.24 UC Irvine Anteaters basketball – Long Beach State 49ers basketball – 79:83
    02.03.24 UC Irvine Anteaters basketball – Long Beach State 49ers basketball – 82:61
    25.01.24 Long Beach State 49ers basketball – UC Irvine Anteaters basketball – 61:72

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 4.3 (11.11%)

    2. Michigan Tech: 4.4 (10.86%)

    3. Arizona Wildcats: 8.6 (5.56%)

    4. Connecticut Huskies: 10.1 (4.73%)

    5. Iowa State: 11.2 (4.27%)

    6. Purdue Boilermakers: 13 (3.68%)

    7. Duke Blue Devils: 13.6 (3.51%)

    8. Houston Cougars: 15.2 (3.14%)

    9. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 16.8 (2.84%)

    10. Illinois Fighting Illini: 26 (1.84%)

    11. Michigan State: 27 (1.77%)

    12. Brigham Young: 27 (1.77%)

    13. Michigan State Spartans W: 29 (1.65%)

    14. Vanderbilt Commodores: 29.4 (1.63%)

    15. Alabama Crimson Tide: 30.4 (1.57%)

    16. Florida Gators: 33.4 (1.43%)

    17. Louisville: 34 (1.41%)

    18. Arkansas State: 34 (1.41%)

    19. Kansas Jayhawks: 35.4 (1.35%)

    20. Arkansas Razorbacks: 38.25 (1.25%)

    21. Texas Tech: 39 (1.23%)

    22. Tennessee Volunteers: 43 (1.11%)

    23. North Carolina: 43 (1.11%)

    24. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 50.2 (0.95%)

    25. Kentucky Wildcats: 52.2 (0.92%)

    26. St. Johns Sonics: 75 (0.64%)

    27. Virginia Cavaliers: 80.2 (0.6%)

    28. St. Johns Red Storm: 87.75 (0.54%)

    29. Iowa Hawkeyes: 90.2 (0.53%)

    30. VCU Rams: 100 (0.48%)

    31. UC Irvine: 100 (0.48%)

    32. Dayton Flyers: 100 (0.48%)

    33. High Point: 100 (0.48%)

    34. Seton Hall Pirates: 100 (0.48%)

    35. UC San Diego: 100 (0.48%)

    36. George Mason: 100 (0.48%)

    37. St. Marys (CA): 100 (0.48%)

    38. McNeese State: 100 (0.48%)

    39. Utah State: 100 (0.48%)

    40. Penn State: 100 (0.48%)

    41. Yale: 100 (0.48%)

    42. St. Louis Billikens: 100 (0.48%)

    43. Georgetown: 100 (0.48%)

    44. Troy: 100 (0.48%)

    45. Akron Zips: 100 (0.48%)

    46. Saint Marys: 100 (0.48%)

    47. Boston College: 100 (0.48%)

    48. Saint-Louis: 100 (0.48%)

    49. California Maritime: 100 (0.48%)

    50. Georgetown Hoyas W: 100 (0.48%)

    51. Miami Hurricanes W: 100 (0.48%)

    52. UC San Diego Tritons W: 100 (0.48%)

    53. Baylor Bears: 100.2 (0.48%)

    54. Clemson: 105.2 (0.45%)

    55. TCU: 110.2 (0.43%)

    56. Auburn Tigers: 110.2 (0.43%)

    57. UCLA: 110.2 (0.43%)

    58. Villanova Wildcats: 120.2 (0.4%)

    59. Indiana Hoosiers: 120.2 (0.4%)

    60. Missouri Tigers: 120.2 (0.4%)

    61. Georgia Bulldogs: 120.2 (0.4%)

    62. NC State: 120.2 (0.4%)

    63. Virginia Tech: 130.2 (0.37%)

    64. UCF Knights: 130.2 (0.37%)

    65. Wisconsin Badgers: 130.2 (0.37%)

    66. SMU Mustangs: 130.2 (0.37%)

    67. Ohio State Buckeyes: 130.2 (0.37%)

    68. Oklahoma State: 130.2 (0.37%)

    69. Miami (FL): 137.75 (0.35%)

    70. USC Trojans: 150.2 (0.32%)

    71. Wake Forest: 180.2 (0.27%)

    72. Butler Bulldogs: 180.2 (0.27%)

    73. San Diego State: 180.2 (0.27%)

    74. Creighton: 180.2 (0.27%)

    75. Texas Longhorns: 180.2 (0.27%)

    76. Oklahoma Sooners: 180.2 (0.27%)

    77. Stanford Cardinal: 180.2 (0.27%)

    78. Texas A&M: 180.2 (0.27%)

    79. Oregon Ducks: 180.2 (0.27%)

    80. Boise State: 230.2 (0.21%)

    81. LSU: 230.2 (0.21%)

    82. Memphis Tigers: 230.2 (0.21%)

    83. Kansas State: 230.2 (0.21%)

    84. Washington Huskies: 230.2 (0.21%)

    85. West Virginia: 230.2 (0.21%)

    86. New Mexico: 230.2 (0.21%)

    87. Cincinnati Bearcats: 230.2 (0.21%)

    88. Arizona State: 230.2 (0.21%)

    89. California Golden Bears: 262.75 (0.18%)

    90. Ole Miss Rebels: 262.75 (0.18%)

    91. Maryland Terrapins: 280.2 (0.17%)

    92. South Carolina Gamecocks: 280.2 (0.17%)

    93. Marquette: 280.2 (0.17%)

    94. Colorado State: 280.2 (0.17%)

    95. Pittsburgh Panthers: 280.2 (0.17%)

    96. Colorado: 280.2 (0.17%)

    97. Utah Utes: 280.2 (0.17%)

    98. Northwestern Wildcats: 280.2 (0.17%)

    99. Notre Dame: 280.2 (0.17%)

    100. Syracuse Orange: 280.2 (0.17%)

    101. Xavier Musketeers: 280.2 (0.17%)

    102. Mississippi St.: 280.2 (0.17%)

    103. Georgia Tech: 280.2 (0.17%)

    104. DePaul Blue Demons: 280.2 (0.17%)

    105. Providence Friars: 280.2 (0.17%)

    106. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 280.2 (0.17%)

    107. Florida State: 280.2 (0.17%)

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