UC Irvine Anteaters Defeat San José State Spartans 72-63
Sunday, November 30, 2025, 5:00 PM ET · Provident Credit Union Event Center
UC Irvine Anteaters 72, San José State Spartans 63, 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 San José State Spartans?
UC Irvine Anteaters beat San José State Spartans 72-63 at Provident Credit Union Event Center on November 30, 2025.
Who was favored in UC Irvine Anteaters vs San José State Spartans?
UC Irvine Anteaters were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -162 (about 62% implied). The favorite won.
In a competitive matchup at the Provident Credit Union Event Center, the UC Irvine Anteaters secured a 72-63 victory over the San José State Spartans. The game showcased the Anteaters' ability to capitalize on their scoring opportunities, particularly in the second half, where they extended their lead and maintained control until the final buzzer.
The Anteaters entered the game with a record of 5-4, having recently achieved a win against the South Dakota State Jackrabbits, which marked a positive turn in their form. They averaged 80.2 points scored and allowed 66.2 points over their last ten games, reflecting a solid offensive performance. In contrast, the Spartans, with a record of 3-5, had been inconsistent, particularly in their recent outings, averaging 72.3 points scored and 69.4 points allowed. Their last five games showed a record of 3-2, indicating some improvement, particularly at home where they held a 4-1 record.
The game was marked by a series of scoring plays that highlighted the Anteaters' offensive strategy. Notable moments included a three-point jumper by Jurian Dixon, which helped to stretch the Anteaters' lead to 69-58, and a layup by Derin Saran that put the Anteaters ahead 66-56. As the game progressed, the Anteaters executed their plays effectively, culminating in a jumper by Harrison Carrington that brought the score to 72-58, firmly establishing their dominance.
In terms of home and away performance, the Spartans had a strong home record, but their away struggles were evident as they fell to 1-4 in those matchups. The Anteaters, while having a better overall record, faced challenges on the road, as indicated by their away record of 0-2. This matchup was crucial for both teams as they sought to improve their standings in the league.
The betting market reflected the competitive nature of the game, with DraftKings setting the spread at 3.5 in favor of the Anteaters. The total was set at 139.5, indicating expectations for a moderately high-scoring game. The Anteaters were listed at -162 on the money line, while the Spartans were at 136.0, illustrating the perceived advantage for UC Irvine.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams would have been keen to field their strongest lineups. The conditions in the arena were typical for a basketball game, with the crowd supporting the home team, but the Anteaters' experience and recent form likely played a significant role in their performance.
Overall, this game served as a testament to the Anteaters' offensive capabilities and strategic execution, while the Spartans will need to reassess their approach moving forward to improve their consistency. Fans and analysts alike will be watching how both teams adapt in their upcoming fixtures, particularly in light of their recent performances.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UCI -3.5 | 139.5 o -110 / u -110 | UC Irvine Anteaters -162 · San José State Spartans +136 |
Leaders
- PointsBen Roseborough12San José State Spartans
- AssistsJermaine Washington3San José State Spartans
- ReboundsYaphet Moundi9San José State Spartans
- PointsDerin Saran24UC Irvine Anteaters
- AssistsTama Isaac5UC Irvine Anteaters
- ReboundsDerin Saran7UC Irvine Anteaters
Recent form
San José State Spartans
Last 10: 5-5Streak W172.3 scored · 69.4 allowed per game4-1 at home
- W63-51at Loyola Chicago RamblersNov 26
- L51-81vs Tulsa Golden HurricaneNov 25
- W80-66vs Southern JaguarsNov 22
- W110-56vs Bethesda FlamesNov 18
- L60-79at Michigan State SpartansNov 13
- L74-85at UC Santa Barbara GauchosNov 8
- L75-84at Utah UtesNov 4
- L52-63at New Mexico LobosMar 13
- W66-61vs Wyoming CowboysMar 12
- W92-68vs Fresno State BulldogsMar 8
UC Irvine Anteaters
Last 10: 5-5Streak W180.2 scored · 66.2 allowed per game0-2 away
- 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
- L61-75at UC San Diego TritonsMar 16
- W96-78vs Cal Poly MustangsMar 15
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 |
| 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 |
Box score
| Stat | UC Irvine Anteaters | San José State Spartans |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-61 | 22-70 |
| Field goal % | 49 | 31 |
| Three-pointers | 4-12 | 9-24 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 38 |
| Free throws | 8-14 | 10-13 |
| Free throw % | 57 | 77 |
| Rebounds | 41 | 43 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 19 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 24 |
| Assists | 17 | 10 |
| Steals | 5 | 6 |
| Blocks | 5 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 5 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 24 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 50 | 26 |
| Fouls | 11 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 14 | 3 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half32-27Derin Saran made Layup.
- 1st Half34-27Derin Saran made Jumper.
- 1st Half36-27Harrison Carrington made Layup. Assisted by Jurian Dixon.
- 1st Half36-30Sadraque NgaNga made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Colby Garland.
- 1st Half36-31Jermaine Washington made Free Throw.
- 1st Half36-32Jermaine Washington made Free Throw.
- 1st Half36-34Adrian Myers made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half36-36Jermaine Washington made Jumper.
- 2nd Half38-36Jurian Dixon made Layup. Assisted by Tama Isaac.
- 2nd Half40-36Elijah Chol made Jumper.
- 2nd Half40-39Ben Roseborough made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Adrian Myers.
- 2nd Half42-39Derin Saran made Layup.
- 2nd Half43-39Derin Saran made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-41Ben Roseborough made Layup.
- 2nd Half45-41Elijah Chol made Dunk. Assisted by Derin Saran.
- 2nd Half45-44Adrian Myers made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jermaine Washington.
- 2nd Half48-44Derin Saran made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Elijah Chol.
- 2nd Half50-44Elijah Chol made Layup. Assisted by Derin Saran.
- 2nd Half50-47Adrian Myers made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half52-47Kyle Evans made Layup. Assisted by Tama Isaac.
- 2nd Half53-47Kyle Evans made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-47Kyle Evans made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-49Yaphet Moundi made Jumper.
- 2nd Half56-49Harrison Carrington made Layup. Assisted by Jurian Dixon.
- 2nd Half58-49Akiva McBirney-Griffin made Layup. Assisted by Jovan Jester Jr..
- 2nd Half60-49Harrison Carrington made Jumper. Assisted by Jovan Jester Jr..
- 2nd Half61-49Derin Saran made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-51Melvin Bell Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Colby Garland.
- 2nd Half61-53Yaphet Moundi made Layup.
- 2nd Half61-54Ben Roseborough made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-56Douglas Langford made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half64-56Derin Saran made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tama Isaac.
- 2nd Half66-56Derin Saran made Layup. Assisted by Jurian Dixon.
- 2nd Half66-58Colby Garland made Jumper.
- 2nd Half69-58Jurian Dixon made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kyle Evans.
- 2nd Half70-58Tama Isaac made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-58Harrison Carrington made Jumper. Assisted by Tama Isaac.
- 2nd Half72-59Colby Garland made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-60Colby Garland made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-63Jermaine Washington made Three Point Jumper.
Win probability
Above the line favours San José State Spartans, below favours UC Irvine Anteaters.
Venue
- Provident Credit Union Event CenterSan Jose, CA
- Attendance1382
- OfficialsAmy Bonner, Daryl Gelinas, Kelly Pfeifer
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