UAB vs. UC Irvine Prediction: Can Yaxel Lendeborg Carry Blazers to Upset Over UC Irvine in NIT Quarterfinal?
The UAB Blazers will take on the top-seeded UC Irvine Anteaters in the Quarterfinal round of the NIT on Wednesday night. Can Yaxel Lendeborg lead the Blazers to an upset victory after narrowly missing an NCAA Tournament appearance? The star guard may be mulling an NBA Draft entry, but tonight, he's focused on upsetting the Anteaters in this UAB vs. UC Irvine prediction for the NIT.
Next Level Bets - March 26, 2025, 6:18 PM EDT
4 minUAB vs. UC Irvine Prediction: Can Yaxel Lendeborg Carry Blazers to Upset Over UC Irvine in NIT Quarterfinal?
Tonight, we have another exciting NIT matchup featuring UAB and UC Irvine, two teams that have been playing well and will be looking to extend their tournament run. This game should be a hard-fought battle, with both teams bringing different strengths to the table. Let’s break it down and find the best bet.
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UAB vs. UC Irvine Odds
- Spread: UAB +3.5 (-110), UC Irvine -3.5 (-105)
- Moneyline: UAB (+145), UC Irvine (-165)
- Total: Over 155.5 (-105), Under 155.5 (-108)
UAB vs. UC Irvine Date, Time, and Where to Watch
- Date: Wednesday, March 26, 2025
- Time: 9:00 PM ET
- How to Watch: ESPN2
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UAB vs. UC Irvine Prediction
UAB has been playing strong basketball lately and will look to keep their momentum going. This is a team with a lot of experience, as their core players have been together for some time, and that chemistry shows on the court. They are an offensive powerhouse, capable of scoring at a high level, with strong three-point shooting and efficient ball movement.
On the other side, UC Irvine has been a tough opponent all season. They have been in their bag lately, playing excellent basketball on both ends of the floor. What stands out the most about this squad is their elite defense, which has been one of the best in the country. If they can slow down UAB’s high-powered offense, they’ll have a real shot at controlling the tempo in this game.
However, UAB’s ability to score at will is going to be a challenge for UC Irvine. While the Anteaters are known for their defensive presence, they will have to find consistent scoring opportunities to keep up. UAB’s experience, offensive firepower, and three-point shooting ability should give them the edge in this one. Expect a competitive matchup, but UAB should have enough firepower to cover the spread.
UAB vs. UC Irvine Pick
- Betting Pick: UAB +5.5 (-135) Click here to see which sportsbook has the best price on UAB vs. UC Irvine odds
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