UC San Diego Tops UC Davis in Close Contest
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · University Credit Union Center
UC San Diego Tritons 80, UC Davis Aggies 74, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won UC San Diego Tritons vs UC Davis Aggies?
UC San Diego Tritons beat UC Davis Aggies 80-74 at University Credit Union Center on January 22, 2026.
Who was favored in UC San Diego Tritons vs UC Davis Aggies?
UC San Diego Tritons were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -125 (about 56% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the UC San Diego Tritons defeated the UC Davis Aggies with a final score of 80-74. This game, held at the University Credit Union Center, showcased the Tritons’ ability to edge out their opponents, continuing their strong season with a record of 15-5, while the Aggies fell to 11-9. The Tritons entered the game as slight favorites, with DraftKings setting the odds at UCSD -1.5.
Both teams displayed impressive offensive capabilities throughout the game. The Aggies, who have averaged 82.9 points over their last ten games, were looking to leverage their home advantage. They entered the game on a two-game winning streak, having recently defeated UC Irvine and Cal State Fullerton. In contrast, the Tritons had a scoring average of 77.5 points in their last ten games and were coming off a victory against Cal State Bakersfield.
At home, UC Davis has maintained a record of 4-2, while their away record stands at 2-2. Their recent form indicates a competitive edge, with an average of 79.8 points scored and 78.4 points allowed over their last five games. The Tritons, on the other hand, have been solid on the road, boasting a 3-1 record away from home and averaging 77.0 points scored against 74.6 allowed in their last five outings.
Historically, this matchup has favored UC San Diego, as they have won both of their previous meetings in the 2025 season. In their last encounter on March 9, 2025, the Tritons secured a 68-57 victory, and earlier that season, they defeated the Aggies 85-60.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any significant players missing for either team, which allowed both squads to field their best lineups for this crucial game.
The conditions for the game were set at a total of 152.5 points, with odds for the over at -105.0 and the under at -115.0, indicating a balanced expectation for scoring from the market.
As the game progressed, key moments defined the outcome. Hudson Mayes contributed significantly to the Tritons' lead with a crucial dunk, while Connor Sevilla's three-pointer helped maintain momentum. Emanuel Prospere II was instrumental, converting free throws that pushed the Tritons' score to 80, effectively sealing the game in the closing moments.
Overall, this matchup highlighted the competitive nature of both teams within the NCAAB landscape, with UC San Diego continuing to assert their dominance over UC Davis.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UCSD -1.5 | 152.5 o -105 / u -115 | UC San Diego Tritons -125 · UC Davis Aggies +105 |
Leaders
- PointsMarcus Wilson17UC Davis Aggies
- AssistsMarcus Wilson5UC Davis Aggies
- ReboundsNiko Rocak11UC Davis Aggies
- PointsHudson Mayes19UC San Diego Tritons
- AssistsEmanuel Prospere II7UC San Diego Tritons
- ReboundsHudson Mayes12UC San Diego Tritons
Recent form
UC Davis Aggies
Last 10: 6-4Streak W282.9 scored · 79 allowed per game4-2 at home
- W75-72vs UC Irvine AnteatersJan 17
- W74-69vs Cal State Fullerton TitansJan 16
- L78-84at Cal Poly MustangsJan 10
- W93-86at UC Santa Barbara GauchosJan 9
- L79-81vs Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersJan 3
- W89-80vs Cal State Northridge MatadorsJan 1
- W108-52vs Pacific Union PACIFIC UNIONDec 28
- W93-83at Idaho State BengalsDec 21
- L78-79vs Seattle U RedhawksDec 18
- L62-104at Oregon DucksDec 13
UC San Diego Tritons
Last 10: 6-4Streak W177.5 scored · 70.8 allowed per game3-1 away
- W83-62at Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersJan 17
- L79-84vs Cal State Northridge MatadorsJan 16
- W69-66at UC Riverside HighlandersJan 11
- L71-88vs Cal State Fullerton TitansJan 9
- W83-73vs Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsJan 4
- L65-67at Cal Poly MustangsJan 2
- W85-62vs Stanton ElksDec 29
- L80-82vs San Diego TorerosDec 20
- W67-57at Loyola Marymount LionsDec 17
- W93-67vs Tulane Green WaveDec 14
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 San Diego Tritons | UC Davis Aggies |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-55 | 24-67 |
| Field goal % | 49 | 36 |
| Three-pointers | 7-24 | 12-31 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 39 |
| Free throws | 19-27 | 14-21 |
| Free throw % | 70 | 67 |
| Rebounds | 48 | 33 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 37 | 21 |
| Assists | 18 | 18 |
| Steals | 6 | 5 |
| Blocks | 6 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 3 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 22 |
| Fouls | 18 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 7 | 8 |
| Lead changes | 8 | 8 |
| Time in front | 58 | 36 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half42-45Isaiah Chappell makes 24-foot three point jumper (Marcus Wilson assists)
- 2nd Half45-45Alex Chaikin makes 24-foot three point jumper (Emanuel Prospere II assists)
- 2nd Half45-48Carl Daughtery Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jalen Stokes assists)
- 2nd Half47-48Hudson Mayes makes layup (Bol Dengdit assists)
- 2nd Half49-48Bol Dengdit makes layup (Alex Chaikin assists)
- 2nd Half49-49Carl Daughtery Jr. makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half49-50Carl Daughtery Jr. makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half49-52Marcus Wilson makes layup
- 2nd Half50-52Tom Beattie makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-52Tom Beattie makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-52Emanuel Prospere II makes layup
- 2nd Half53-55Marcus Wilson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Niko Rocak assists)
- 2nd Half53-57Nils Cooper makes 1-foot dunk (Brayden Fagbemi assists)
- 2nd Half54-57Emanuel Prospere II makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-57Emanuel Prospere II makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-57Hudson Mayes makes layup (Leo Beath assists)
- 2nd Half58-57Aidan Burke makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-57Aidan Burke makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-58Carl Daughtery Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-59Carl Daughtery Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-59Hudson Mayes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-59Hudson Mayes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-59Hudson Mayes makes layup (Emanuel Prospere II assists)
- 2nd Half63-62Connor Sevilla makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jalen Stokes assists)
- 2nd Half66-62Alex Chaikin makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half66-64Niko Rocak makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half69-64Tom Beattie makes 23-foot three point jumper (Emanuel Prospere II assists)
- 2nd Half69-65Marcus Wilson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-66Marcus Wilson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-66Emanuel Prospere II makes layup
- 2nd Half73-66Emanuel Prospere II makes layup
- 2nd Half73-68Niko Rocak makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half75-68Hudson Mayes makes 1-foot dunk (Emanuel Prospere II assists)
- 2nd Half75-71Connor Sevilla makes 25-foot three point jumper (Brayden Fagbemi assists)
- 2nd Half76-71Emanuel Prospere II makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-71Emanuel Prospere II makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-74Marcus Wilson makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half78-74Emanuel Prospere II makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-74Tom Beattie makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-74Tom Beattie makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours UC Davis Aggies, below favours UC San Diego Tritons.
Venue
- University Credit Union CenterDavis, CA
- Attendance1475
- OfficialsJeff Campbell, Kelly Pfeifer, Chance Moore
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