UC Irvine Anteaters Defeat Cal State Northridge Matadors 85-71
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 10:00 PM ET · Bren Events Center
UC Irvine Anteaters 85, Cal State Northridge Matadors 71, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Cal State Northridge Matadors vs UC Irvine Anteaters?
UC Irvine Anteaters beat Cal State Northridge Matadors 85-71 at Bren Events Center on December 6, 2025.
Who was favored in Cal State Northridge Matadors vs UC Irvine Anteaters?
UC Irvine Anteaters were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -395 (about 80% implied). The favorite won.
In an engaging matchup at the Bren Events Center, the UC Irvine Anteaters secured a commanding victory over the Cal State Northridge Matadors, finishing with a score of 85-71. This win marks a continuation of UC Irvine's strong form, as they have now won four consecutive games, improving their record to 8-4 for the season. The Anteaters showcased their offensive prowess, averaging 79.0 points across their last ten games, while limiting their opponents to an average of 63.2 points during that same stretch.
The Anteaters' recent form has been impressive, particularly at home where they hold a record of 5-3. Their last five games have seen them score an average of 64.6 points while allowing only 60.4 points, indicating a solid defensive effort. In their most recent game prior to this matchup, they defeated the UC Riverside Highlanders 73-60, demonstrating their ability to control the game on both ends of the court.
On the other hand, the Cal State Northridge Matadors entered the game with a 4-6 record, having won their last game against the Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners 87-66. Their performance has been more inconsistent, with an average of 76.6 points scored and 78.1 points allowed in their last ten games. Away from home, the Matadors have struggled, holding a record of 1-3, which reflects their difficulties in securing wins outside their home venue.
The head-to-head record between these two teams stood at 1-1 prior to this game, with each team having won once in their previous meetings this season. UC Irvine's earlier victory was a 77-67 win on January 10, while they lost to the Matadors 72-84 on February 21. This context added an intriguing layer to the matchup, as both teams sought to assert their dominance in this rivalry.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details on player availability for either team, which can often play a crucial role in the outcome of games. However, the Anteaters' strong home record and recent winning streak suggested they were in good form heading into this contest.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had UC Irvine favored by a spread of -7.5, with a total set at 152.5. The Anteaters were given a money line of -395, indicating strong confidence in their ability to win, while the Matadors were at +310, reflecting the challenges they faced in this matchup.
As the game progressed, UC Irvine established control early on and maintained their lead throughout, capitalizing on their home court advantage. The Anteaters' scoring was bolstered by consistent free-throw shooting, particularly in the second half, where they executed several key plays to extend their lead. Notably, Jurian Dixon contributed significantly to the scoreline with multiple free throws in the closing moments of the game, helping to seal the victory.
Overall, the game highlighted UC Irvine's offensive capabilities and defensive resilience, reinforcing their position as a competitive force in the league. The Anteaters will look to build on this momentum as they continue their season, while the Matadors will need to regroup and address their away performance to improve their standings.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UCI -7.5 | 152.5 o -115 / u -105 | Cal State Northridge Matadors +310 · UC Irvine Anteaters -395 |
Leaders
- PointsDerin Saran17UC Irvine Anteaters
- AssistsDerin Saran3UC Irvine Anteaters
- ReboundsKyle Evans16UC Irvine Anteaters
- PointsLarry Hughes II18Cal State Northridge Matadors
- AssistsJosiah Davis10Cal State Northridge Matadors
- ReboundsMahmoud Fofana11Cal State Northridge Matadors
Recent form
UC Irvine Anteaters
Last 10: 6-4Streak W379 scored · 63.2 allowed per game5-3 at home
- W73-60vs UC Riverside HighlandersDec 5
- W72-63at San José State SpartansNov 30
- W64-52vs South Dakota State JackrabbitsNov 27
- L45-57vs New Mexico State AggiesNov 26
- L69-70vs Northern Iowa PanthersNov 23
- L72-79at Utah Valley WolverinesNov 20
- W79-70vs Weber State WildcatsNov 16
- W130-63vs Lincoln (CA) OaklandersNov 11
- L61-69vs California Baptist LancersNov 8
- W125-49vs Bethesda FlamesNov 4
Cal State Northridge Matadors
Last 10: 5-5Streak W176.6 scored · 78.1 allowed per game1-3 away
- W87-66vs Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersDec 5
- L50-82at Idaho State BengalsNov 28
- L64-78vs Idaho VandalsNov 27
- W94-85vs Troy TrojansNov 17
- L68-90at North Dakota State BisonNov 12
- W93-85at North Dakota Fighting HawksNov 9
- L57-86at Northern Iowa PanthersNov 7
- W99-58vs Nobel KnightsNov 4
- L72-78vs UC Santa Barbara GauchosMar 14
- W82-73vs Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsMar 9
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| UC Irvine | 23-12 | - | 15-5 |
| Hawai'i | 24-9 | 1 | 14-6 |
| UC San Diego | 23-11 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Cal State Northridge | 20-14 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Cal State Fullerton | 18-16 | 3 | 12-8 |
| UC Davis | 19-14 | 4 | 11-9 |
| UC Santa Barbara | 18-14 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Cal Poly | 14-19 | 5 | 10-10 |
| Long Beach State | 10-22 | 9 | 6-14 |
| UC Riverside | 10-22 | 10 | 5-15 |
| Cal State Bakersfield | 8-24 | 13 | 2-18 |
Box score
| Stat | Cal State Northridge Matadors | UC Irvine Anteaters |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-66 | 31-63 |
| Field goal % | 39 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 8-22 | 9-19 |
| Three-point % | 36 | 47 |
| Free throws | 11-18 | 14-21 |
| Free throw % | 61 | 67 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 47 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 32 |
| Assists | 15 | 16 |
| Steals | 6 | 4 |
| Blocks | 0 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 7 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 36 |
| Fouls | 21 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 5 | 14 |
| Lead changes | 7 | 7 |
| Time in front | 56 | 30 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half46-43Josiah Davis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-43Josiah Davis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-45Jurian Dixon made Jumper.
- 2nd Half49-45Grady Lewis made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half49-47Derin Saran made Layup.
- 2nd Half50-47Davius Loury made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-48Jurian Dixon made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-49Jurian Dixon made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-49Josiah Davis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-49Josiah Davis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-49Josiah Davis made Layup.
- 2nd Half54-52Andre Henry made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Elijah Chol.
- 2nd Half56-52Grady Lewis made Jumper. Assisted by Josiah Davis.
- 2nd Half56-53Jovan Jester Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-55Andre Henry made Jumper. Assisted by Tama Isaac.
- 2nd Half56-58Tama Isaac made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jovan Jester Jr..
- 2nd Half58-58Josiah Davis made Layup.
- 2nd Half58-60Andre Henry made Jumper.
- 2nd Half60-60Josiah Davis made Layup.
- 2nd Half60-61Derin Saran made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-63Elijah Chol made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half60-65Kyle Evans made Layup.
- 2nd Half62-65Mahmoud Fofana made Layup.
- 2nd Half62-68Andre Henry made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kyle Evans.
- 2nd Half65-68Larry Hughes II made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half66-68Larry Hughes II made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-68Larry Hughes II made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-70Derin Saran made Layup.
- 2nd Half67-72Derin Saran made Jumper.
- 2nd Half67-74Tama Isaac made Jumper.
- 2nd Half69-74Mahmoud Fofana made Layup. Assisted by Jordan Brinson.
- 2nd Half69-77Derin Saran made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Andre Henry.
- 2nd Half69-79Derin Saran made Jumper.
- 2nd Half71-79Larry Hughes II made Layup. Assisted by Josiah Davis.
- 2nd Half71-80Kyle Evans made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-81Kyle Evans made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-82Jurian Dixon made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-83Jurian Dixon made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-84Jurian Dixon made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-85Tama Isaac made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours UC Irvine Anteaters, below favours Cal State Northridge Matadors.
Venue
- Bren Events CenterIrvine, CA
- Attendance1652
- OfficialsDeldre Carr, Matthew Rukasin, Matt Rafferty
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