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UC Irvine Anteaters vs UNLV Rebels predictions, Mar 17, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

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As the UC Irvine Anteaters prepare to host the UNLV Rebels in this NIT matchup on March 17, 2026, fans can expect an exciting clash between the two sides. The Anteaters enter the game with a strong performance, having won 4 of their last 5 matches. Their recent success can be attributed to a robust defense and effective ball movement, allowing them to create high-percentage scoring opportunities.

The Rebels, while also competitive, have claimed 3 victories in their recent outings. They exhibit a high-octane offense, capable of stretching the floor and exploiting defensive mismatches, which could pose challenges for UC Irvine’s defensive schemes.

Bookmakers favor the Anteaters with odds of 1.66 for a home win, reflecting their strong form and home-court advantage. The probability model suggests a 54.1% likelihood of a home victory, while the Rebels have a respectable 45.9% chance to secure an upset. Predicted final score leans slightly in favor of UC Irvine at 78-75.

With both teams showcasing strengths and recent positive momentum, this contest promises to be closely contested, leaving the outcome uncertain until the final buzzer.

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UC Irvine
56.4%		 UNLV
43.6%

Prediction (the most likely score): 78:75

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
1.69 2.09
1.62 2.2

Latest Results

14.03.26 UC Irvine Anteaters basketball – Hawaii Warriors basketball – 64:71
13.03.26 UC Irvine Anteaters basketball – Cal State Northridge Matadors basketball – 93:78
07.03.26 UC Irvine Anteaters basketball – UC Davis Aggies basketball – 79:69 OT
05.03.26 UC Irvine Anteaters basketball – Cal Poly Mustangs basketball – 107:85
28.02.26 UC Irvine Anteaters basketball – UC Santa Barbara Gauchos basketball – 64:60		 12.03.26 Utah State Aggies basketball – UNLV Rebels basketball – 80:60
11.03.26 UNLV Rebels basketball – Wyoming Cowboys basketball – 73:70
06.03.26 San Diego State Aztecs basketball – UNLV Rebels basketball – 89:86
03.03.26 UNLV Rebels basketball – Utah State Aggies basketball – 92:65
28.02.26 UNLV Rebels basketball – Nevada Wolf Pack basketball – 85:83 OT

Facts

  • UC Irvine is in very good shape right now (last 5 games: 4 wins).
  • UNLV‘s form has been unstable in recent games (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • UC Irvine may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Recently, UC Irvine has had a series of home games.
  • In this match, both teams are almost equally likely to win.
  • In the last 1 head-to-head match, UC Irvine won 0 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 57:85.

    Latest Head To Head

    28.11.12 UNLV Rebels basketball – UC Irvine Anteaters basketball – 85:57

    Standings

    Draw

    2025

    1/16-finals

    1 SMU Mustangs Northern Iowa 73 : 63
    2 Oklahoma State Wichita State 89 : 79
    3 Arkansas State St. Louis Billikens 103 : 78
    4 North Texas Furman 75 : 64
    5 UC Irvine Northern Colorado 82 : 72
    6 Georgia Tech Jacksonville State 64 : 81
    7 Saint Josephs Hawks UAB 65 : 69
    8 Santa Clara UC Riverside 101 : 62
    9 Dayton Florida Atlantic 86 : 79
    10 Middle Tenn. St. Chattanooga Mocs 103 : 109
    11 Bradley North Alabama 71 : 62
    12 George Mason Samford 86 : 69
    13 San Francisco Utah Valley State 79 : 70
    14 San Jose State Loyola Chicago 70 : 73
    15 St. Bonaventure Kent State 56 : 75
    16 Stanford CS Northridge 87 : 70

    1/8-finals

    1 SMU Mustangs Oklahoma State 83 : 85
    2 Arkansas State North Texas 63 : 65
    3 UC Irvine Jacksonville State 66 : 61
    4 UAB Santa Clara 88 : 84
    5 Dayton Chattanooga Mocs 72 : 87
    6 Bradley George Mason 75 : 67
    7 San Francisco Loyola Chicago 76 : 77
    8 Kent State Stanford 77 : 75

    Quarter-finals

    1 Oklahoma State North Texas 59 : 61
    2 UC Irvine UAB 81 : 77
    3 Chattanooga Mocs Bradley 67 : 65
    4 Loyola Chicago Kent State 72 : 62

    Semi-finals

    1 North Texas UC Irvine 67 : 69
    2 Chattanooga Mocs Loyola Chicago 80 : 73

    Final

    1 UC Irvine Chattanooga Mocs 84 : 85

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