UCSB vs Cal State Northridge Prediction, Picks & Odds | 03 Jan 2026

College Basketball Betting Preview: UCSB vs Cal State Northridge

The UC Santa Barbara Gauchos square off against the Cal State Northridge Matadors, with tip-off scheduled for 16:00 on Saturday, January 3.

The best bet could be taking Cal State Northridge to simply achieve a victory over UC Santa Barbara. Our prediction can be taken at -141 on the Moneyline which yields a potentially nice return.

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UC Santa Barbara Gauchos suffered a defeat in their previous game. A 95-84 scoreline occurred on the road against Cal State Fullerton Titans.

Cal State Northridge Matadors suffered a defeat in their last game. A 89-80 scoreline occurred on the road against UC Davis Aggies.

Head-to-Head Statistics

It was UCSB who came out on top when they last played Cal State Northridge. A 78-72 win was recorded. The past 10 games H2H record shows that both teams have five wins.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
UCSB	9-6	1181	1099	82	7-1	2-5	2L
Cal State Northridge	9-7	1282	1251	31	7-0	2-7	1W

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UCSB vs Cal State Northridge Prediction & Picks

Approach UCSB vs Cal State Northridge fully prepared with our expert match prediction, likely correct score outcome and a hand-picked bet builder designed for value.

Game Prediction

We can’t resist going for Cal State Northridge on the Moneyline, with our pick made with confidence and there is -141 available that they win this college showdown.

Injuries are always factored in by the handicappers at Sportsgambler.com. Our basketball predictions are also shaped by recent form, with up-to-date college hoops stats playing a key role before any selections are locked in.

Key UCSB vs Cal State Northridge stats:

• CSUN have won 6 consecutive games at home.
• CSUN have won 8 of their last 10 games at home.
• CSUN have won 16 of their last 20 games at home.
• UCSB have lost 4 of their last 5 games on the road.
• UCSB have lost 6 of their last 10 games on the road.
• UCSB have lost their last 3 games on the road.

CSUN Moneyline Probability

Looking at the latest betting odds, our pick has a 58.5% chance of winning. Based on our analysts in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be 65-70%. That means we’re regarding it as a value bet.

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Our Game Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

UC Santa Barbara 74 - 76 Cal State Northridge

There are massive odds on offer when it comes to Cal State Northridge landing a 76-74 win. A close game is anticipated between two evenly-matched teams.

UCSB vs Cal State Northridge Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

You can back Cal State Northridge at -141 to win against UC Santa Barbara, with the latter trading at +112. From a percentage point-of-view, the leading sportsbooks give the visiting team a 47% chance of success.

The spread is currently 1.5, with the total points line at 156.5. Basketball bettors love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Total wager. Those expecting a low total can back Under 156.5 at -110.

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Moneyline

UC Santa Barbara

+112

CSUN

-141

Point Spread

UC Santa Barbara +1.5

-102

CSUN -1.5

-120

Total Points

Under 156.5

-110

Over 156.5

-110

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UCSB Stats

Cal State Northridge Stats

Moneyline

• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
• 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 148.60 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 146.00 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 156.5: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games
• Over 156.5 on the Road: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 76.70 pts and allowed 71.90 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 69.50 pts and allowed 76.50 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 157.90 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 162.70 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 156.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 156.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 79.70 pts and allowed 78.20 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 88.50 pts and allowed 74.20 pts in the last 10 home games

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Big West	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
UC San Diego	12-3	1224	1057	167	8-1	4-2	1W
Hawaii	11-3	1126	885	241	10-1	1-2	1L
UC Irvine	11-5	1263	1071	192	6-4	5-1	4W
UCSB	9-6	1181	1099	82	7-1	2-5	2L
UC Davis	8-6	1125	1053	72	6-2	2-4	1L
Cal State Northridge	9-7	1282	1251	31	7-0	2-7	1W
CSU Bakersfield	7-9	1178	1246	-68	5-3	2-6	1W
UC Riverside	6-9	1082	1183	-101	3-2	3-7	3L
Cal Poly	6-10	1291	1362	-71	3-4	3-6	1L
Cal State Fullerton	6-10	1387	1390	-3	5-4	1-6	1L
Long Beach State	5-10	1123	1161	-38	5-3	0-7	2W

• Overall = Overall Wins-Losses
• PF = Total Points For
• PA = Total Points Against
• N. Pts = Point Differential
• Home = Home Record
• Away = Away Record
• Strk = Current Streak

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