NCAAB · Final

Highlanders Defeat Beach 71-61 in Key Matchup

Thursday, January 29, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · SRC Arena

UC Riverside Highlanders 71, Long Beach State Beach 61, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Long Beach State Beach vs UC Riverside Highlanders?

UC Riverside Highlanders beat Long Beach State Beach 71-61 at SRC Arena on January 29, 2026.

Who was favored in Long Beach State Beach vs UC Riverside Highlanders?

Long Beach State Beach were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -122 (about 55% implied). The underdog won.

In a pivotal NCAAB matchup, the UC Riverside Highlanders secured a 71-61 victory over the Long Beach State Beach at SRC Arena. This win is particularly notable as both teams entered the game with identical records of 8-14, making this clash crucial for their respective seasons. The Highlanders have now improved their head-to-head record against the Beach to 3-1 over the last four meetings, having previously lost to Long Beach State just two weeks prior.

The Highlanders' recent form has been challenging, with a record of 2-8 over their last ten games. They are currently on a two-game losing streak, having averaged 70.1 points scored while allowing 79.7 points per game during this stretch. Their last five games reflect a slight improvement, with an average of 70.4 points scored and 76.6 points allowed, but they have struggled to find consistency. At home, the Highlanders have a record of 2-3 in their last five games, while they have not won any of their last five away games.

In contrast, Long Beach State has performed better recently, boasting a 6-4 record in their last ten games, although they too are on a two-game losing streak. The Beach averaged 78.0 points scored and allowed 74.8 points during this span. Their last five games have seen them score an average of 77.6 points while allowing 74.6 points. However, their away record has been less impressive, standing at 1-3 in their last four away games.

The Highlanders' victory was marked by key scoring plays in the second half, including a crucial 28-foot three-point jumper from Andrew Henderson, which helped extend their lead. The Highlanders managed to maintain their advantage in the final moments of the game, with Marqui Worthy Jr. sealing the win by making two free throws.

In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the recent struggles of both teams may indicate challenges in their lineups. The market, as reported by DraftKings, had Long Beach State favored by 1.5 points, with a total set at 144.5 for the game. The odds for the over were -115.0, while the under was priced at -105.0. The moneyline odds were +102.0 for the Highlanders and -122.0 for the Beach, reflecting the competitive nature of this matchup.

The conditions during the game were not detailed in the block, but the atmosphere in SRC Arena likely played a role in the Highlanders' performance. For viewers, the key aspects to watch were the Highlanders' ability to capitalize on their home court advantage and their defensive efforts to contain the Beach's scoring threats, particularly after their previous loss to Long Beach State earlier in the month.

Overall, this game showcased the Highlanders' resilience and ability to bounce back after a tough stretch, while the Beach will need to regroup as they seek to improve their standing in the league.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	LBSU -1.5	144.5 o -115 / u -105	Long Beach State Beach -122 · UC Riverside Highlanders +102

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Leaders

PointsAndrew Henderson19UC Riverside Highlanders
AssistsMarqui Worthy Jr.5UC Riverside Highlanders
ReboundsOsiris Grady8UC Riverside Highlanders
PointsIsaiah Lewis13Long Beach State Beach
AssistsIsaiah Lewis4Long Beach State Beach
ReboundsPetar Majstorovic9Long Beach State Beach

Recent form

UC Riverside Highlanders

Last 10: 2-8Streak L270.1 scored · 79.7 allowed per game2-3 at home

L66-74at UC Davis AggiesJan 24
L66-80vs UC Irvine AnteatersJan 23
W81-72vs Cal State Fullerton TitansJan 18
L73-88at Long Beach State BeachJan 16
L66-69vs UC San Diego TritonsJan 11
L66-67at Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersJan 9
L45-88vs Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsJan 2
L65-97at UCLA BruinsDec 23
L78-92at St. Thomas TommiesDec 21
W95-70vs Stanton ElksDec 17

Long Beach State Beach

Last 10: 6-4Streak L278 scored · 74.8 allowed per game1-3 away

L71-74vs UC Santa Barbara GauchosJan 25
L61-71at Cal State Fullerton TitansJan 23
W87-80at Cal State Northridge MatadorsJan 18
W88-73vs UC Riverside HighlandersJan 16
W81-75vs Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersJan 11
L64-74at UC Irvine AnteatersJan 9
W74-66vs Cal Poly MustangsJan 4
W113-66vs Lincoln (CA) OaklandersDec 31
L60-91at Iowa State CyclonesDec 21
W81-78vs Pepperdine WavesDec 19

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	Long Beach State Beach	UC Riverside Highlanders
Field goals	23-55	24-59
Field goal %	42	41
Three-pointers	3-15	5-24
Three-point %	20	21
Free throws	12-20	18-27
Free throw %	60	67
Rebounds	38	39
Offensive rebounds	13	14
Defensive rebounds	25	25
Assists	11	17
Steals	9	10
Blocks	3	5
Turnovers	16	13
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	14	23
Fast-break points	13	11
Points in the paint	32	32
Fouls	23	18
Largest lead	6	10
Lead changes	10	10
Time in front	47	47

How the scoring went

2nd Half35-33Cole Farrell makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half36-33Cole Farrell makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half37-33Petar Majstorovic makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half38-33Petar Majstorovic makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half38-36Andrew Henderson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Tyler Jones assists)
2nd Half40-36Shay Johnson Jr. makes 1-foot dunk
2nd Half42-36Shaquil Bender makes driving layup
2nd Half42-37Andrew Henderson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half42-38Andrew Henderson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half42-40Ben Waller makes driving layup
2nd Half43-40Cole Farrell makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half45-40Shaquil Bender makes 15-foot step back jumpshot
2nd Half45-42Ben Waller makes driving layup (Osiris Grady assists)
2nd Half47-42Leopold Levillain makes layup (Isaiah Lewis assists)
2nd Half47-44Ben Waller makes driving layup
2nd Half47-45BJ Kolly makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half47-48Andrew Henderson makes 26-foot three pointer
2nd Half49-48Shay Johnson Jr. makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half49-50BJ Kolly makes driving layup (Ben Waller assists)
2nd Half49-52BJ Kolly makes layup (Marqui Worthy Jr. assists)
2nd Half51-52Rob Diaz III makes layup (Cole Farrell assists)
2nd Half51-54Osiris Grady makes 4-foot jumper (Marqui Worthy Jr. assists)
2nd Half52-54Petar Majstorovic makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half53-54Petar Majstorovic makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half53-55Andrew Henderson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half53-56Andrew Henderson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half53-57Ben Waller makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half53-58Ben Waller makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half53-61Jailen Daniel-Dalton makes 24-foot three point jumper (Marqui Worthy Jr. assists)
2nd Half53-62Ben Waller makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half54-62Cole Farrell makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half56-62Shaquil Bender makes 8-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half56-64Marqui Worthy Jr. makes driving layup (Andrew Henderson assists)
2nd Half58-64Cole Farrell makes 8-foot jumper
2nd Half58-66Osiris Grady makes layup
2nd Half60-66Isaiah Lewis makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half61-66Petar Majstorovic makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half61-69Andrew Henderson makes 28-foot three point jumper (Ben Waller assists)
2nd Half61-70Marqui Worthy Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half61-71Marqui Worthy Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours UC Riverside Highlanders, below favours Long Beach State Beach.