UC Irvine Anteaters vs UC San Diego Tritons predictions, Feb 21, 2026

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UC Irvine Anteaters

UC San Diego Tritons

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As UC Irvine Anteaters prepare to host the UC San Diego Tritons in an exciting NCAA College Basketball matchup on February 21, 2026, both teams enter the contest in solid form, having each won 3 of their last 5 games. The Anteaters will look to leverage their home-court advantage at the Bren Events Center, where they have historically found success against conference rivals.

Tactically, UC Irvine is known for their strong defensive setups, often capitalizing on their opponents’ mistakes while pushing the tempo in transition. Meanwhile, UC San Diego has shown resilience with a balanced offensive approach, utilizing both inside scoring and perimeter shooting to keep defenses guessing. The Tritons’ ability to adapt during games has contributed to their recent victories.

Betting odds reflect a slight edge for the Anteaters, with home win odds set at 1.44 compared to the Tritons’ 2.48. Model predictions give a 57.4% probability of a home win and a 42.6% chance for an away victory. With both teams in competitive form and tactical strengths, fans can expect a closely contested game that could swing either way, underscoring the unpredictability inherent in college basketball.

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UC Irvine
64%
UC San Diego
36%

Prediction (the most likely score): 71:67

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Betting Odds

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MarathonBet 1.41 2.75
WilliamHill 1.47 2.65
Pinnacle 1.49 2.38

Latest Results

19.02.26 Long Beach State 49ers basketball – UC Irvine Anteaters basketball – 58:69
14.02.26 UC Irvine Anteaters basketball – Cal State Fullerton Titans basketball – 86:65
12.02.26 Cal Poly Mustangs basketball – UC Irvine Anteaters basketball – 79:73
07.02.26 UC Santa Barbara Gauchos basketball – UC Irvine Anteaters basketball – 84:79
05.02.26 UC Irvine Anteaters basketball – Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners basketball – 76:62
14.02.26 UC San Diego Tritons basketball – UC Riverside Highlanders basketball – 72:66
12.02.26 UC San Diego Tritons basketball – UC Davis Aggies basketball – 68:51
07.02.26 Hawaii Warriors basketball – UC San Diego Tritons basketball – 72:67
05.02.26 UC San Diego Tritons basketball – Long Beach State 49ers basketball – 77:74
31.01.26 Cal State Northridge Matadors basketball – UC San Diego Tritons basketball – 81:64

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, UC Irvine won 2.
  • Both teams are showing inconsistent performances lately.
  • UC San Diego may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • UC Irvine could have a small edge in this match.
  • In the last 14 head-to-head matches, UC Irvine won 9 matches, drew 1 match, lost 4 matches, and goals 870:821. (average 62.1:58.6).
  • Including home matches between the teams, UC Irvine won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 389:368. (average 64.8:61.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    24.01.26 UC San Diego Tritons basketball – UC Irvine Anteaters basketball – 59:61
    15.03.25 UC San Diego Tritons basketball – UC Irvine Anteaters basketball – 75:61
    08.02.25 UC Irvine Anteaters basketball – UC San Diego Tritons basketball – 67:85
    11.01.25 UC San Diego Tritons basketball – UC Irvine Anteaters basketball – 52:60
    24.02.24 UC San Diego Tritons basketball – UC Irvine Anteaters basketball – 92:88 OT

    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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