UC Riverside Highlanders vs UC Santa Barbara Gauchos predictions, Feb 12, 2026

Feb 11, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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On February 12, 2026, the UC Riverside Highlanders will host the UC Santa Barbara Gauchos in a pivotal NCAA basketball matchup. After a challenging stretch, the Highlanders come into this game having secured only one victory in their last five contests, indicating potential struggles on both offensive and defensive fronts.

In contrast, the Gauchos are riding a wave of momentum, having won four of their last five games. Their recent form highlights a robust offensive strategy, likely to capitalize on Riverside’s inconsistent defense. Santa Barbara’s current success suggests they have found effective tactics and player chemistry, making them a formidable opponent.

Bookmakers favor the Gauchos heavily, with odds reflecting a 63.2% probability of an away victory compared to a 36.8% chance for the Highlanders to claim the win. Our model predicts a competitive final score of 70–77 in favor of UC Santa Barbara, echoing the trends observed in both teams’ recent performances.

As the teams prepare to clash, the Highlanders will need to find solutions to their recent struggles, while the Gauchos aim to extend their winning streak. Both teams will look to capitalize on their strengths, but the outcome remains uncertain, ensuring an intriguing matchup for fans and bettors alike.

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UC Riverside
30.3%		 UC Santa Barbara
69.7%

Prediction (the most likely score): 70:77

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Latest Results

07.02.26 Cal State Northridge Matadors basketball – UC Riverside Highlanders basketball – 88:74
05.02.26 Cal State Fullerton Titans basketball – UC Riverside Highlanders basketball – 78:72
31.01.26 UC Riverside Highlanders basketball – Cal Poly Mustangs basketball – 87:94
29.01.26 UC Riverside Highlanders basketball – Long Beach State 49ers basketball – 71:61
24.01.26 UC Davis Aggies basketball – UC Riverside Highlanders basketball – 74:66		 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
31.01.26 UC Santa Barbara Gauchos basketball – Cal State Fullerton Titans basketball – 83:69
29.01.26 UC San Diego Tritons basketball – UC Santa Barbara Gauchos basketball – 48:62
24.01.26 Long Beach State 49ers basketball – UC Santa Barbara Gauchos basketball – 71:74

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, UC Riverside won 3.
  • UC Riverside is going through a rough patch (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • UC Santa Barbara is in very good shape now (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).
  • In this match, UC Santa Barbara is a strong favorite.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, UC Riverside won 8 matches, drew 1 match, lost 11 matches, and goals 1266:1239. (average 63.3:62).
  • Including home matches between the teams, UC Riverside won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 725:683. (average 72.5:68.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    15.02.25 UC Riverside Highlanders basketball – UC Santa Barbara Gauchos basketball – 81:69
    16.01.25 UC Santa Barbara Gauchos basketball – UC Riverside Highlanders basketball – 66:63
    09.03.24 UC Santa Barbara Gauchos basketball – UC Riverside Highlanders basketball – 64:81
    30.12.23 UC Riverside Highlanders basketball – UC Santa Barbara Gauchos basketball – 79:77
    10.03.23 UC Santa Barbara Gauchos basketball – UC Riverside Highlanders basketball – 92:87

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Arizona Wildcats: 5.27 (9.94%)

    2. Michigan Wolverines: 5.54 (9.45%)

    3. Duke Blue Devils: 7.25 (7.22%)

    4. Houston Christian: 8.5 (6.16%)

    5. Houston Cougars: 9.3 (5.63%)

    6. Illinois Fighting Illini: 13.17 (3.98%)

    7. Florida Gators: 14.33 (3.65%)

    8. Connecticut Huskies: 15.33 (3.41%)

    9. Kansas Jayhawks: 15.5 (3.38%)

    10. Iowa State: 17 (3.08%)

    11. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 25.5 (2.05%)

    12. Purdue Boilermakers: 27.33 (1.92%)

    13. Texas Tech: 29.17 (1.8%)

    14. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 35.83 (1.46%)

    15. St. Johns Sonics: 36 (1.45%)

    16. Michigan State Spartans W: 36 (1.45%)

    17. Michigan State: 37.8 (1.39%)

    18. St. Johns Red Storm: 43.75 (1.2%)

    19. North Carolina: 45.17 (1.16%)

    20. Arkansas Razorbacks: 54.33 (0.96%)

    21. Alabama Crimson Tide: 54.5 (0.96%)

    22. Brigham Young: 57.83 (0.91%)

    23. Louisville: 58.5 (0.9%)

    24. Tennessee State: 60 (0.87%)

    25. Tennessee Volunteers: 65.4 (0.8%)

    26. St. Johns Johnnies: 70 (0.75%)

    27. Virginia Cavaliers: 72.2 (0.73%)

    28. Kentucky Wildcats: 80.17 (0.65%)

    29. Vanderbilt Commodores: 86 (0.61%)

    30. Iowa Hawkeyes: 98.5 (0.53%)

    31. VCU Rams: 100 (0.52%)

    32. UC Irvine: 100 (0.52%)

    33. High Point: 100 (0.52%)

    34. Liberty: 100 (0.52%)

    35. Santa Clara: 100 (0.52%)

    36. Yale: 100 (0.52%)

    37. Saint Marys: 100 (0.52%)

    38. Miami Hurricanes W: 100 (0.52%)

    39. St. Louis Billikens: 100.17 (0.52%)

    40. NC State: 112.67 (0.46%)

    41. Wisconsin Badgers: 116.83 (0.45%)

    42. Texas A&M: 116.83 (0.45%)

    43. Clemson: 117.67 (0.44%)

    44. Utah State: 120 (0.44%)

    45. Auburn Tigers: 125.17 (0.42%)

    46. McNeese State: 130 (0.4%)

    47. Texas Longhorns: 130.2 (0.4%)

    48. Miami (FL): 131.2 (0.4%)

    49. UCF Knights: 133.5 (0.39%)

    50. St. Marys (CA): 137.5 (0.38%)

    51. Villanova Wildcats: 141.83 (0.37%)

    52. Indiana Hoosiers: 141.83 (0.37%)

    53. UCLA: 141.83 (0.37%)

    54. SMU Mustangs: 150.17 (0.35%)

    55. Georgia Bulldogs: 150.2 (0.35%)

    56. Ohio State Buckeyes: 158.5 (0.33%)

    57. USC Trojans: 166.83 (0.31%)

    58. Seton Hall Pirates: 180.2 (0.29%)

    59. Virginia Tech: 191.83 (0.27%)

    60. New Mexico: 191.83 (0.27%)

    61. San Diego State: 191.83 (0.27%)

    62. Oklahoma State: 191.83 (0.27%)

    63. Missouri Tigers: 233.5 (0.22%)

    64. Maryland Terrapins: 250 (0.21%)

    65. Boise State: 250 (0.21%)

    66. Marquette: 250 (0.21%)

    67. LSU: 250 (0.21%)

    68. Dayton Flyers: 250 (0.21%)

    69. Colorado State: 250 (0.21%)

    70. Wake Forest: 250 (0.21%)

    71. Memphis Tigers: 250 (0.21%)

    72. Pittsburgh Panthers: 250 (0.21%)

    73. Kansas State: 250 (0.21%)

    74. Colorado: 250 (0.21%)

    75. Northwestern Wildcats: 250 (0.21%)

    76. Notre Dame: 250 (0.21%)

    77. Butler Bulldogs: 250 (0.21%)

    78. Mississippi St.: 250 (0.21%)

    79. Creighton: 250 (0.21%)

    80. Cincinnati Bearcats: 250 (0.21%)

    81. Georgia Tech: 250 (0.21%)

    82. DePaul Blue Demons: 250 (0.21%)

    83. Providence Friars: 250 (0.21%)

    84. Arizona State: 250 (0.21%)

    85. Penn State: 250 (0.21%)

    86. Oregon Ducks: 250 (0.21%)

    87. Georgetown: 250 (0.21%)

    88. Washington State: 250 (0.21%)

    89. Troy: 250 (0.21%)

    90. Akron Zips: 250 (0.21%)

    91. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 250 (0.21%)

    92. Florida State: 250 (0.21%)

    93. Xavier (LA): 250 (0.21%)

    94. Boston College: 250 (0.21%)

    95. South Carolina St: 250 (0.21%)

    96. Utah Jazz: 250 (0.21%)

    97. Georgia: 250 (0.21%)

    98. TCU: 266.83 (0.2%)

    99. Miami (Ohio): 275.17 (0.19%)

    100. Baylor Bears: 375.5 (0.14%)

    101. California Golden Bears: 625.5 (0.08%)

    102. Ole Miss Rebels: 625.5 (0.08%)

    103. West Virginia: 625.5 (0.08%)

    104. Syracuse Orange: 625.5 (0.08%)

    105. Oklahoma Sooners: 625.5 (0.08%)

    106. Stanford Cardinal: 625.5 (0.08%)

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