UC Irvine Defeats Weber State 79-70 in Home Game
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 10:00 PM ET · Bren Events Center
UC Irvine Anteaters 79, Weber State Wildcats 70, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Weber State Wildcats vs UC Irvine Anteaters?
UC Irvine Anteaters beat Weber State Wildcats 79-70 at Bren Events Center on November 15, 2025.
In an exciting matchup at the Bren Events Center, the UC Irvine Anteaters secured a 79-70 victory over the Weber State Wildcats. This game showcased UC Irvine's strong home performance, improving their record to 4-1 at home this season. The Anteaters have been in impressive form, with an overall record of 3-1 and a recent run of 8-2 over their last ten games, averaging 87.7 points scored while allowing 65.6 points. Their last game was a resounding win against the Lincoln (CA) Oaklanders, where they triumphed 130-63. In contrast, Weber State has struggled on the road, now holding a 1-4 away record this season and a recent record of 1-3. They have averaged 77.2 points scored and allowed 71.0 points during their last ten games, with their most recent outing resulting in a loss to the Utah State Aggies, 73-83.
The Anteaters took the lead early in the game and maintained their advantage throughout, demonstrating their offensive prowess. Key moments in the second half included a layup by Malek Gomma, which brought the Wildcats within eight points at 74-66. However, UC Irvine responded effectively, with Derin Saran contributing crucial free throws that extended their lead. The Anteaters' ability to capitalize on free throws was evident, with Saran making several in succession, pushing the score to 79-68 before the Wildcats managed a late layup from Trevor Hennig.
Historically, UC Irvine has had the upper hand in their previous meetings with Weber State, holding a 1-0 record against them this season. Their last encounter on November 23, 2024, ended in a close win for the Anteaters, 93-87. This victory further solidified their dominance in this matchup.
In terms of injuries, both teams appeared to be at full strength, allowing for a competitive game. The market had priced UC Irvine as strong favorites, reflecting their current form and home advantage, with a home win probability of 1.0.
The game conditions were favorable for both teams, with no adverse weather impacting the indoor venue. Fans in attendance were treated to a display of skill and strategy, as both teams fought hard for every point. Viewers were able to watch for UC Irvine's effective free throw shooting and offensive execution, which played a significant role in their victory.
Leaders
- PointsJurian Dixon23UC Irvine Anteaters
- AssistsAkiva McBirney-Griffin4UC Irvine Anteaters
- ReboundsTama Isaac9UC Irvine Anteaters
- PointsEdwin Suarez Jr.13Weber State Wildcats
- AssistsJace Whiting4Weber State Wildcats
- ReboundsMalek Gomma8Weber State Wildcats
Recent form
UC Irvine Anteaters
Last 10: 8-2Streak W187.7 scored · 65.6 allowed per game4-1 at home
- 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
- W97-88at UC Santa Barbara GauchosMar 9
- W88-59at UC Davis AggiesMar 7
- W70-60vs Long Beach State BeachMar 2
- W76-51at Cal State Fullerton TitansFeb 28
- W73-64at Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersFeb 23
Weber State Wildcats
Last 10: 4-6Streak L277.2 scored · 71 allowed per game1-4 away
- L73-83at Utah State AggiesNov 13
- L89-92at Utah UtesNov 9
- W130-38vs West Coast Baptist EaglesNov 4
- L52-76at Northern Colorado BearsMar 9
- W83-70vs Sacramento State HornetsMar 9
- L63-68vs Northern Colorado BearsMar 4
- L79-81at Idaho VandalsMar 1
- W66-64at Eastern Washington EaglesFeb 28
- W60-58vs Portland State VikingsFeb 22
- L77-80vs Sacramento State HornetsFeb 21
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland State | 20-11 | - | 13-5 |
| Montana State | 18-14 | 1 | 12-6 |
| Eastern Washington | 14-19 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Northern Colorado | 20-12 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Montana | 18-16 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Weber State | 16-16 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Idaho | 21-15 | 4 | 9-9 |
| Sacramento State | 10-21 | 8 | 6-12 |
| Idaho State | 13-20 | 8 | 5-13 |
| Northern Arizona | 10-22 | 9 | 4-14 |
| 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 | Weber State Wildcats | UC Irvine Anteaters |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-71 | 25-56 |
| Field goal % | 35 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 3-17 | 3-13 |
| Three-point % | 18 | 23 |
| Free throws | 17-24 | 26-38 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 68 |
| Rebounds | 41 | 44 |
| Offensive rebounds | 16 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 33 |
| Assists | 12 | 16 |
| Steals | 10 | 8 |
| Blocks | 0 | 9 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 7 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 20 | 16 |
| Points in the paint | 42 | 34 |
| Fouls | 24 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 17 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half37-52Jurian Dixon made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tama Isaac.
- 2nd Half39-52Nigel Burris made Layup.
- 2nd Half39-53Harrison Carrington made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half39-54Harrison Carrington made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half39-56Akiva McBirney-Griffin made Layup.
- 2nd Half41-56ArDarius Grayson made Layup.
- 2nd Half41-58Harrison Carrington made Dunk. Assisted by Jovan Jester Jr..
- 2nd Half43-58Viljami Vartiainen made Layup.
- 2nd Half43-60Jovan Jester Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Harrison Carrington.
- 2nd Half46-60Viljami Vartiainen made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Edwin Suarez Jr..
- 2nd Half46-62Jovan Jester Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Ben Egbo.
- 2nd Half48-62Edwin Suarez Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Jace Whiting.
- 2nd Half49-62Edwin Suarez Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-62Edwin Suarez Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-64Derin Saran made Jumper. Assisted by Akiva McBirney-Griffin.
- 2nd Half51-64Edwin Suarez Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-64Edwin Suarez Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-66Kyle Evans made Layup. Assisted by Derin Saran.
- 2nd Half54-66Edwin Suarez Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half54-67Akiva McBirney-Griffin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-68Akiva McBirney-Griffin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-69Jovan Jester Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-70Jovan Jester Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-70Viljami Vartiainen made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jace Whiting.
- 2nd Half59-70Nigel Burris made Layup.
- 2nd Half60-70Jace Whiting made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-70Jace Whiting made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-70Malek Gomma made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-71Derin Saran made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-72Derin Saran made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-72Nigel Burris made Dunk. Assisted by Malek Gomma.
- 2nd Half64-74Derin Saran made Layup.
- 2nd Half66-74Malek Gomma made Layup. Assisted by Jace Whiting.
- 2nd Half66-75Derin Saran made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-76Derin Saran made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-76Viljami Vartiainen made Jumper. Assisted by Jace Whiting.
- 2nd Half68-77Derin Saran made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-78Derin Saran made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-79Tama Isaac made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-79Trevor Hennig made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours UC Irvine Anteaters, below favours Weber State Wildcats.
Venue
- Bren Events CenterIrvine, CA
- Attendance1964
- OfficialsShawn Lehigh, Justin Shamion, Grant Jeffres
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