NCAAB · March 7, 2026
UC DAVIS AGGIES @ UC IRVINE ANTEATERS
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Matchup Analysis
UC Davis' January Upset Blueprint
UC Davis upset UC Irvine 75-72 in January, proving they can win on the road against tournament-caliber opponents. Niko Rocak's balanced play (17 pts, 6 reb, 5 ast) and Carl Daughtery Jr.'s three-point shooting (3-for-4) will be critical if the Aggies are to replicate that success in a rematch.
UC Irvine's Rebounding Dominance
UC Irvine significantly outrebounds opponents (37.0 RPG vs UC Davis' 29.9 RPG), a crucial advantage that has helped them climb to second place in the Big West (14-5 conference). UC Davis must control the glass to prevent second-chance opportunities.
Seeding Stakes in Big West Race
UC Irvine (21-10 overall, 14-5 conference) sits in second place, while UC Davis (18-12 overall, 11-8 conference) is in fifth. This late-season matchup directly impacts NCAA tournament positioning for both teams.
Jurian Dixon's Consistency
Jurian Dixon led UC Irvine with 16 points in the January loss and averages 15.7 PPG this season. His ability to create offense will be essential for the Anteaters to establish early momentum and prevent another close defeat.
Three-Point Shooting Variance
UC Irvine shoots 30.6% from three, significantly below UC Davis' 35.0% from deep. In a close game like their January matchup, three-point efficiency could determine the outcome.
Pick Ideas
UC Irvine Spread Play
UC Irvine's 3-game winning streak and rebounding advantage (37.0 vs 29.9 RPG) at home make them attractive despite UC Davis' January upset. The Anteaters' higher seed and second-place conference position suggest they'll be favored.
Over/Under on Total Points
Both teams average around 77-78 PPG, suggesting a moderately paced game. The January matchup finished 75-72 (147 total), so look to similar scoring patterns rather than high-volume offensive performances.
UC Davis Moneyline Value
UC Davis proved in January they can win on the road against UC Irvine as underdogs. Rocak and Daughtery Jr.'s balanced offensive contributions could offer value on the moneyline depending on opening odds.
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