UC Irvine Wins Overtime Thriller Against Hawai'i
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 11:00 PM ET · Bren Events Center
UC Irvine Anteaters 87, Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors 76, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors vs UC Irvine Anteaters?
UC Irvine Anteaters beat Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors 87-76 at Bren Events Center on January 29, 2026.
Who was favored in Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors vs UC Irvine Anteaters?
UC Irvine Anteaters were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.
In an exhilarating matchup, the UC Irvine Anteaters triumphed over the Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors with a final score of 87-76 after overtime. This victory not only showcased the Anteaters' resilience but also marked a significant moment in their season as they avenged a narrow defeat to the Rainbow Warriors earlier in January.
Both teams entered the game with strong records, with UC Irvine holding a home record of 15-7 and Hawai'i at 15-5. The Anteaters had been performing well at home, boasting a recent record of 7-3 in their last ten games, while Hawai'i had an impressive away record of 8-2 during the same span. UC Irvine's average points scored in their recent games was 74.1, while they allowed 69.9 points per game. In contrast, Hawai'i averaged 79.6 points scored and allowed 64.2 points, indicating a high-scoring offense paired with a solid defense.
The game was played at the Bren Events Center, where UC Irvine has shown a strong home-court advantage. They entered this contest on a two-game winning streak, having recently defeated UC San Diego and UC Riverside. Hawai'i, on the other hand, also came in with momentum, winning their last two games against Cal State Northridge and Cal State Bakersfield.
Historically, the matchup has been competitive, with UC Irvine holding a 2-1 advantage in their last three encounters. The Anteaters lost a close contest to the Rainbow Warriors earlier this month, falling 66-67, which added an extra layer of intensity to this rematch. In their previous two meetings prior to this game, UC Irvine had emerged victorious, winning 66-49 and 71-55.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing from either team, suggesting both sides were at full strength for this critical game.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had UC Irvine favored by 1.5 points, with a total set at 144.5. The odds reflected a tightly contested game, and the final score confirmed that expectation.
The conditions for the game were ideal for basketball, with both teams ready to showcase their skills in front of an engaged home crowd. As the game unfolded, viewers were treated to a thrilling back-and-forth battle that ultimately required an overtime period to determine the winner.
The scoring plays in overtime were pivotal, as UC Irvine pulled away with crucial baskets from players like Andre Henry and Jurian Dixon. Harry Rouhliadeff's driving layup and subsequent free throws from Dixon helped solidify the Anteaters' lead, demonstrating their ability to perform under pressure.
Overall, the game served as an exciting chapter in the season for both teams, highlighting the competitive nature of college basketball in the NCAAB league.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UCI -1.5 | 144.5 o -105 / u -115 | Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors +114 · UC Irvine Anteaters -135 |
Leaders
- PointsKyle Evans19UC Irvine Anteaters
- AssistsTama Isaac7UC Irvine Anteaters
- ReboundsKyle Evans11UC Irvine Anteaters
- PointsIsaac Johnson17Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors
- AssistsHunter Erickson8Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors
- ReboundsIsaac Finlinson11Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors
Recent form
UC Irvine Anteaters
Last 10: 7-3Streak W274.1 scored · 69.9 allowed per game1-1 at home
- W61-59at UC San Diego TritonsJan 25
- W80-66at UC Riverside HighlandersJan 23
- L72-75at UC Davis AggiesJan 17
- L66-67at Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsJan 11
- W74-64vs Long Beach State BeachJan 9
- W86-64at Cal State Fullerton TitansJan 4
- W81-77at Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersJan 1
- W89-70at Norfolk State SpartansDec 23
- W74-73at North Dakota State BisonDec 22
- L58-84vs Belmont BruinsDec 20
Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors
Last 10: 8-2Streak W279.6 scored · 64.2 allowed per game2-2 away
- W89-68vs Cal State Northridge MatadorsJan 25
- W98-71vs Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersJan 23
- L62-77at UC Santa Barbara GauchosJan 18
- W86-66at Cal Poly MustangsJan 16
- W67-66vs UC Irvine AnteatersJan 11
- L73-83at UC San Diego TritonsJan 4
- W88-45at UC Riverside HighlandersJan 2
- W66-61vs UTEP MinersDec 14
- W98-46vs Hawaiʻi Hilo VulcansDec 11
- W69-59vs Cal State Fullerton TitansDec 7
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utah State | 29-7 | - | 15-5 |
| San Diego State | 22-11 | 1 | 14-6 |
| New Mexico | 26-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Grand Canyon | 20-12 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Nevada | 24-13 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Boise State | 20-12 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Colorado State | 21-13 | 4 | 11-9 |
| UNLV | 18-17 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Wyoming | 18-15 | 6 | 9-11 |
| Fresno State | 13-19 | 8 | 7-13 |
| San José State | 9-24 | 12 | 3-17 |
| Air Force | 3-29 | 15 | 0-20 |
| 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 | Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors | UC Irvine Anteaters |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-69 | 33-70 |
| Field goal % | 33 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 13-32 | 2-11 |
| Three-point % | 41 | 18 |
| Free throws | 17-19 | 19-29 |
| Free throw % | 89 | 66 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 52 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 38 |
| Assists | 16 | 16 |
| Steals | 6 | 8 |
| Blocks | 3 | 8 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 18 | 20 |
| Fast-break points | 0 | 22 |
| Points in the paint | 20 | 54 |
| Fouls | 21 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 11 |
| Lead changes | 10 | 10 |
| Time in front | 16 | 67 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half50-49Harry Rouhliadeff makes layup
- 2nd Half50-51Andre Henry makes 4-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half50-53Harrison Carrington makes layup (Jovan Jester Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half52-53Isaiah Kerr makes driving layup
- 2nd Half52-54Derin Saran makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-54Isaiah Kerr makes driving layup
- 2nd Half55-54Isaiah Kerr makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half55-56Kyle Evans makes layup (Tama Isaac assists)
- 2nd Half58-56Gytis Nemeiksa makes 24-foot three point jumper (Harry Rouhliadeff assists)
- 2nd Half60-56Harry Rouhliadeff makes layup (Gytis Nemeiksa assists)
- 2nd Half60-58Kyle Evans makes layup (Harrison Carrington assists)
- 2nd Half61-58Dre Bullock makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-58Dre Bullock makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-60Jurian Dixon makes 13-foot jumper (Tama Isaac assists)
- 2nd Half62-62Andre Henry makes 11-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half62-64Kyle Evans makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half62-66Jurian Dixon makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half62-68Kyle Evans makes 15-foot jumper (Andre Henry assists)
- 2nd Half62-69Kyle Evans makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-69Hunter Erickson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-69Hunter Erickson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-69Harry Rouhliadeff makes 25-foot three point jumper (Hunter Erickson assists)
- 2nd Half67-71Tama Isaac makes 6-foot jumper
- 2nd Half70-71Isaac Johnson makes 29-foot three point jumper (Hunter Erickson assists)
- 2nd Half70-72Kyle Evans makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-72Isaac Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-72Isaac Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT72-74Kyle Evans makes 2-foot dunk (Harrison Carrington assists)
- OT72-75Andre Henry makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT72-76Andre Henry makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT72-78Andre Henry makes layup
- OT72-79Andre Henry makes free throw 1 of 1
- OT74-79Harry Rouhliadeff makes driving layup (Hunter Erickson assists)
- OT74-80Jurian Dixon makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT74-82Andre Henry makes 12-foot turnaround jump shot
- OT76-82Isaac Johnson makes 2-foot dunk
- OT76-83Andre Henry makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT76-84Jurian Dixon makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT76-85Jurian Dixon makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT76-87Jurian Dixon makes 2-foot dunk
Win probability
Above the line favours UC Irvine Anteaters, below favours Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors.
Venue
- Bren Events CenterIrvine, CA
- Attendance2873
- OfficialsDeron White, Michael Greenstein, Matthew Rukasin
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