Introduction to the Game
The BYU Cougars, with a current record of 8-1, are looking to extend their five-game winning streak as they host the UC Riverside Highlanders, who have a record of 5-5, on December 13, 2025, at the Marriott Center. Before placing any bets on this game, it’s essential to understand the NCAA basketball odds and spreads.
Game Information and Odds
- Game Day: Saturday, December 13, 2025
- Game Time: 9 p.m. ET
- TV Channel: ESPN+
- Location: Provo, Utah
- Arena: Marriott Center
Picks and Predictions
According to numberFire, the prediction for this game is a BYU win with a 97% probability. When looking at betting trends, BYU is favored by -33.5 points against UC Riverside. The over/under for this game has been set at 153.5 points.
ATS Betting Stats and Trends
- BYU has covered the spread in five games this season and failed to cover in four games.
- UC Riverside has a 6-3-0 ATS record so far this year.
- Last season, BYU covered the spread more often at home, with 10 covers in 16 home games, compared to six covers in 11 away games.
- UC Riverside performed well at home against the spread last year, with a 9-3-0 record, and had a 10-7-0 ATS record away.
Head-to-Head Comparison
- BYU outscores its opponents by an average of 15.6 points per game, with a +141 scoring differential. They average 83.2 points per game and allow 67.6 points per contest.
- AJ Dybantsa leads BYU with 20.3 points per game.
- UC Riverside has a +12 scoring differential, outscoring opponents by 1.2 points per game. They average 74.8 points per game and allow 73.6 points per contest.
- Andrew Henderson leads UC Riverside with 17.9 points per game.
- BYU wins the rebound battle by an average of 4.5 boards per game, with 35.1 rebounds per game, led by Keba Keita’s 7.1 rebounds per game.
- UC Riverside averages 32.8 rebounds per game, led by Osiris Grady’s 6.6 rebounds per game.
- In terms of efficiency, BYU ranks 55th in scoring 105.5 points per 100 possessions and 65th in defense, allowing 85.6 points per 100 possessions.
- UC Riverside ranks 196th in offense with 96.5 points per 100 possessions and 247th in defense, allowing 94.9 points per 100 possessions.
Conclusion
The matchup between BYU and UC Riverside offers an exciting opportunity for fans and bettors alike. With BYU’s strong performance this season and their significant lead in scoring and rebounding averages, they are poised to extend their winning streak. However, UC Riverside’s ability to cover the spread and their competitive scoring differential make them a team not to underestimate. As with any game, the actual outcome can vary based on numerous factors, including team dynamics, strategy, and individual player performance. Therefore, it’s crucial for those interested in betting to consider all available statistics and trends before making their decisions.
