The UC Riverside Highlanders’ (4-4, 0-0 Big West) Big West schedule includes Thursday’s game against the UC Irvine Anteaters (5-4, 0-0 Big West) at Bren Events Center. It tips at 10 p.m. ET on ESPN+.
In its previous game, UC Irvine won on the road over San Jose State, 72-63. Its top performers were Derin Saran (24 PTS, 7 REB, 55.56 FG%, 2-3 from 3PT) and Harrison Carrington (17 PTS, 80 FG%). In its most recent game, UC Riverside lost to Utah Tech, 77-69, on the road. Its top scorers were Osiris Grady (17 PTS, 3 BLK, 77.78 FG%) and Andrew Henderson (16 PTS, 37.5 FG%, 2-8 from 3PT).
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UC Irvine vs. UC Riverside: How to watch on TV or live streamGame day: Thursday, December 4, 2025Game time: 10 p.m. ETLocation: Irvine, CaliforniaArena: Bren Events CenterTV Channel: ESPN+Live Stream: ESPN+ – Watch NOW
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Anteaters vs. Highlanders odds and spreadSpread Favorite: Anteaters (-13.5)Moneyline: UC Irvine (-1205), UC Riverside (+725)Total: 141.5 points
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