Hawai'i Dominates UC Riverside in Convincing Win
Thursday, March 5, 2026, 11:59 PM ET · Stan Sheriff Center
Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors 93, UC Riverside Highlanders 74, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won UC Riverside Highlanders vs Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors?
Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors beat UC Riverside Highlanders 93-74 at Stan Sheriff Center on March 5, 2026.
Who was favored in UC Riverside Highlanders vs Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors?
Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1000 (about 91% implied). The favorite won.
In a commanding performance, the Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors defeated the UC Riverside Highlanders 93-74 at the Stan Sheriff Center. This victory adds to Hawai'i's strong season, bringing their record to 22-7, while UC Riverside finishes the season at 10-22. The Rainbow Warriors have been particularly impressive at home, holding a home record of 3-1 in their last four games. Their recent form has been solid, with a record of 7-3 over their last ten games, and they are currently on a three-game winning streak. During this stretch, Hawai'i has averaged 79.2 points per game while allowing 78.1.
UC Riverside, on the other hand, has struggled throughout the season, reflected in their away record of 0-4 in their last four games. Their recent form shows a record of 3-7 in the last ten, with their most recent victory against Cal State Northridge, where they won 95-84. However, they have averaged 75.8 points per game while allowing 76.6, indicating a lack of defensive consistency.
The two teams have faced each other three times in the past two seasons, with Hawai'i holding a 2-1 advantage. Their most recent meeting on January 2, 2026, ended in a dominant 88-45 win for Hawai'i. In their previous matchups, Hawai'i won 83-76 on January 10, 2025, while UC Riverside claimed a victory on February 28, 2025, with a score of 82-76.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the overall performance of both teams suggests that they fielded their best available players for this crucial matchup. The betting market reflected Hawai'i's strong position, with DraftKings setting the spread at -12.5 in favor of the Rainbow Warriors and offering a total of 150.5 points for the game.
The conditions at the Stan Sheriff Center were favorable for the home team, contributing to their high scoring output. The Rainbow Warriors showcased their offensive prowess, particularly in the second half, where they pulled away decisively. Key scoring plays included a series of free throws and three-point shots that helped solidify their lead.
For viewers, the game highlighted Hawai'i's offensive capabilities, particularly their ability to score from beyond the arc and at the rim. The combination of strong shooting and effective free-throw execution allowed them to maintain control throughout the contest. The final score of 93-74 underscores the gap in performance between the two teams, with Hawai'i demonstrating their strength as they head into the postseason.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | HAW -12.5 | 150.5 o -110 / u -110 | UC Riverside Highlanders +650 · Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors -1000 |
Leaders
- PointsGytis Nemeiksa19Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors
- AssistsHunter Erickson6Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors
- ReboundsDre Bullock6Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors
- PointsAndrew Henderson26UC Riverside Highlanders
- AssistsMarqui Worthy Jr.3UC Riverside Highlanders
- ReboundsAndrew Henderson5UC Riverside Highlanders
Recent form
Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors
Last 10: 7-3Streak W379.2 scored · 78.1 allowed per game3-1 at home
- W87-85at Cal State Fullerton TitansMar 1
- W77-73at UC Davis AggiesFeb 27
- W78-75vs UC Santa Barbara GauchosFeb 22
- L75-86vs Cal Poly MustangsFeb 20
- L60-84at Cal State Northridge MatadorsFeb 15
- W89-74at Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersFeb 13
- W72-67vs UC San Diego TritonsFeb 8
- W89-82at Long Beach State BeachJan 31
- L76-87at UC Irvine AnteatersJan 30
- W89-68vs Cal State Northridge MatadorsJan 25
UC Riverside Highlanders
Last 10: 3-7Streak W175.8 scored · 76.6 allowed per game0-4 away
- W95-84vs Cal State Northridge MatadorsMar 1
- L59-70at UC Santa Barbara GauchosFeb 27
- L73-78vs UC Davis AggiesFeb 21
- W93-65vs Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersFeb 20
- L66-72at UC San Diego TritonsFeb 15
- L68-76vs UC Santa Barbara GauchosFeb 13
- L74-88at Cal State Northridge MatadorsFeb 7
- L72-78at Cal State Fullerton TitansFeb 6
- L87-94vs Cal Poly MustangsFeb 1
- W71-61vs Long Beach State BeachJan 30
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 Riverside Highlanders | Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-63 | 31-51 |
| Field goal % | 38 | 61 |
| Three-pointers | 9-23 | 4-10 |
| Three-point % | 39 | 40 |
| Free throws | 17-21 | 27-35 |
| Free throw % | 81 | 77 |
| Rebounds | 25 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 15 | 29 |
| Assists | 9 | 12 |
| Steals | 3 | 6 |
| Blocks | 1 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 11 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 50 |
| Fouls | 20 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 19 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 4 | 93 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half50-52BJ Kolly makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half50-54Gytis Nemeiksa makes layup (Yacine Toumi assists)
- 2nd Half52-54BJ Kolly makes 1-foot jumper
- 2nd Half53-54BJ Kolly makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half53-56Isaac Finlinson makes layup
- 2nd Half53-57Gytis Nemeiksa makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-58Gytis Nemeiksa makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-60Isaac Johnson makes layup
- 2nd Half56-60Andrew Henderson makes 23-foot three point jumper (De'Undrae Perteete Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half56-62Dre Bullock makes 5-foot dunk (Hunter Erickson assists)
- 2nd Half56-65Isaac Johnson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Gytis Nemeiksa assists)
- 2nd Half57-65Andrew Henderson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-66Dre Bullock makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-66Andrew Henderson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half59-68Gytis Nemeiksa makes 12-foot turnaround jump shot (Hunter Erickson assists)
- 2nd Half60-68Andrew Henderson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-68Andrew Henderson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-68De'Undrae Perteete Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-68De'Undrae Perteete Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-70Dre Bullock makes 6-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half63-71Isaac Finlinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-71Andrew Henderson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-73Yacine Toumi makes layup
- 2nd Half64-75Dre Bullock makes 3-foot dunk (Hunter Erickson assists)
- 2nd Half66-75Andrew Henderson makes layup
- 2nd Half66-77Isaac Finlinson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half66-79Gytis Nemeiksa makes driving layup
- 2nd Half66-81Isaac Finlinson makes layup
- 2nd Half67-81Andrew Henderson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-83Yacine Toumi makes driving layup
- 2nd Half67-85Dre Bullock makes layup
- 2nd Half69-85BJ Kolly makes 3-foot dunk (Andrew Henderson assists)
- 2nd Half70-85Marqui Worthy Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-85Marqui Worthy Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-88Gytis Nemeiksa makes 25-foot three point jumper (Hunter Erickson assists)
- 2nd Half74-88Andrew Henderson makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half74-90Isaac Johnson makes 3-foot dunk
- 2nd Half74-91Isaac Finlinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-92Hunter Carter makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half74-93Hunter Carter makes free throw 3 of 3
Win probability
Above the line favours Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors, below favours UC Riverside Highlanders.
Venue
- Stan Sheriff CenterHonolulu, HI
- Attendance4880
- OfficialsDoug Sturdivan, Glen Mayberry, Deldre Carr
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