UC Irvine Defeats Long Beach State 69-58 in NCAAB Clash
Thursday, February 19, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · LBS Financial Credit Union Pyramid
UC Irvine Anteaters 69, Long Beach State Beach 58, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won UC Irvine Anteaters vs Long Beach State Beach?
UC Irvine Anteaters beat Long Beach State Beach 69-58 at LBS Financial Credit Union Pyramid on February 19, 2026.
Who was favored in UC Irvine Anteaters vs Long Beach State Beach?
UC Irvine Anteaters were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -245 (about 71% implied). The favorite won.
The UC Irvine Anteaters secured a 69-58 victory over the Long Beach State Beach in a matchup that highlighted the disparity in their recent performances. The Anteaters, boasting an away record of 18-9, came into the game with a solid form, having won six of their last ten games and currently riding a one-game winning streak. In contrast, Long Beach State struggled significantly, with a home record of 8-19 and a disappointing streak of seven consecutive losses.
In their last ten games, Long Beach State managed to win only three, averaging 74.1 points scored while allowing 76.7 points. Their recent performances included a 54-71 loss to UC Davis and a narrow 82-86 defeat against Cal State Fullerton. The Beach's last five games were particularly troubling, as they failed to secure a win, averaging only 70.6 points while conceding 78.8 points.
UC Irvine, on the other hand, has demonstrated a more robust scoring capability, averaging 75.6 points while allowing just 69.7 points in their last ten games. Their recent victory against Cal State Fullerton, where they won 86-65, showcased their offensive strength. The Anteaters' last five games yielded a record of 3-2, with an impressive average of 80.6 points scored and 73.2 points allowed.
The game took place at the LBS Financial Credit Union Pyramid, where Long Beach State has had a mixed record of 2-3 at home recently. The Anteaters, however, have performed well on the road, holding a 2-4 record away from home.
Historically, the Anteaters have had the upper hand in their matchups against Long Beach State, winning all three encounters in the previous two seasons. The most recent meeting on January 9, 2026, ended with a 74-64 victory for UC Irvine. This trend continued in their latest game, further establishing UC Irvine's dominance in this rivalry.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details; however, the absence of key players can often influence the dynamics of such fixtures. The betting market reflected UC Irvine's strong position, with DraftKings setting the Anteaters as 5.5-point favorites, indicating confidence in their ability to win by a comfortable margin. The total points line was set at 144.5, suggesting expectations of a moderately high-scoring game.
As the game progressed, UC Irvine maintained control, with significant scoring plays from players like Gavin Sykes, who made a crucial 15-foot pullup jump shot, and Harrison Carrington, who contributed with free throws to extend the Anteaters' lead. The final scoring plays underscored UC Irvine's ability to execute under pressure, sealing their victory with a series of successful free throws and layups.
Overall, the match highlighted the contrasting fortunes of both teams, with UC Irvine continuing their pursuit of a successful season while Long Beach State struggles to find their footing. The Anteaters' ability to perform consistently on the road and their historical advantage in this matchup were key factors in their victory.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UCI -5.5 | 144.5 o -105 / u -115 | UC Irvine Anteaters -245 · Long Beach State Beach +200 |
Leaders
- PointsGavin Sykes16Long Beach State Beach
- AssistsShaquil Bender2Long Beach State Beach
- ReboundsPetar Majstorovic10Long Beach State Beach
- PointsKyle Evans14UC Irvine Anteaters
- AssistsJurian Dixon4UC Irvine Anteaters
- ReboundsKyle Evans11UC Irvine Anteaters
Recent form
Long Beach State Beach
Last 10: 3-7Streak L774.1 scored · 76.7 allowed per game2-3 at home
- L54-71at UC Davis AggiesFeb 14
- L82-86vs Cal State Fullerton TitansFeb 13
- L74-77at UC San Diego TritonsFeb 6
- L82-89vs Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsJan 31
- L61-71at UC Riverside HighlandersJan 30
- 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
UC Irvine Anteaters
Last 10: 6-4Streak W175.6 scored · 69.7 allowed per game2-4 away
- W86-65vs Cal State Fullerton TitansFeb 15
- L73-79at Cal Poly MustangsFeb 13
- L79-84at UC Santa Barbara GauchosFeb 8
- W78-62vs Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersFeb 6
- W87-76vs Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsJan 30
- 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
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 | UC Irvine Anteaters | Long Beach State Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-46 | 21-66 |
| Field goal % | 52 | 32 |
| Three-pointers | 4-10 | 2-18 |
| Three-point % | 40 | 11 |
| Free throws | 17-26 | 14-17 |
| Free throw % | 65 | 82 |
| Rebounds | 39 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 16 |
| Defensive rebounds | 32 | 19 |
| Assists | 14 | 7 |
| Steals | 8 | 10 |
| Blocks | 8 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 22 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 16 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 2 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 30 |
| Fouls | 15 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 16 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 98 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half36-29Shaquil Bender makes 25-foot three point jumper (Petar Majstorovic assists)
- 2nd Half37-29Kyle Evans makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half38-29Kyle Evans makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half38-31Shaquil Bender makes 8-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half41-31Derin Saran makes 28-foot three point jumper (Jovan Jester Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half41-33Shaquil Bender makes layup
- 2nd Half43-33Jurian Dixon makes layup (Jovan Jester Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half45-33Derin Saran makes driving layup
- 2nd Half45-34Derrick Michael Xzavierro makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-36Gavin Sykes makes layup
- 2nd Half45-37Gavin Sykes makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half48-37Andre Henry makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tama Isaac assists)
- 2nd Half48-39Christian Jones makes driving layup
- 2nd Half51-39Jurian Dixon makes 24-foot three point jumper (Tama Isaac assists)
- 2nd Half51-41Petar Majstorovic makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half52-41Jurian Dixon makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-41Jurian Dixon makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-41Kyle Evans makes layup (Andre Henry assists)
- 2nd Half55-43Derrick Michael Xzavierro makes layup
- 2nd Half56-43Tama Isaac makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-43Tama Isaac makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-43Harrison Carrington makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-44Petar Majstorovic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-45Petar Majstorovic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-45Harrison Carrington makes layup (Derin Saran assists)
- 2nd Half61-45Harrison Carrington makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half61-48Isaiah Lewis makes 24-foot three point jumper (Shaquil Bender assists)
- 2nd Half63-48Derin Saran makes 20-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half64-48Tama Isaac makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-49Gavin Sykes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-51Dallas Washington makes 1-foot alley oop dunk
- 2nd Half64-52Petar Majstorovic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-54Gavin Sykes makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half65-54Harrison Carrington makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-54Harrison Carrington makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-56Dallas Washington makes layup (Christian Jones assists)
- 2nd Half67-56Andre Henry makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-58Petar Majstorovic makes layup
- 2nd Half68-58Tama Isaac makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-58Tama Isaac makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Long Beach State Beach, below favours UC Irvine Anteaters.
Venue
- LBS Financial Credit Union PyramidLong Beach, CA
- Attendance1711
- OfficialsGregory Nixon, Eric Curry, Edwin Young
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