UC Riverside vs Hawaii Game Outlook and Betting Insights The UC Riverside Highlanders will face the Hawaii Warriors in a college basketball matchup on Thursday, March 5, in Honolulu, HI. The game is scheduled to tip off at 11:59 p.m. ET on ESPN+. Hawaii is currently favored by 11.5 points on the spread, with a moneyline of -800 and a total points line set at 148.5. Analysts are closely watching the matchup, which presents an intriguing betting opportunity for fans and bettors alike. The prediction for this game leans toward UC Riverside covering the 11.5-point spread. This recommendation is based on a system known as "Lose Opp 20, See You Later," which has shown a strong track record. The system, developed by Evan Abrams, suggests that teams which previously lost to an opponent by 20 or more points often respond with increased focus and motivation when facing that same team later in the season. This is particularly relevant in March, as postseason stakes rise and teams make tactical adjustments to address earlier setbacks. Hawaii enters the game with a strong season record of 21-7 and holds the top spot in the Big West Conference standings with a 13-5 record in league play. Their dominance was evident in their earlier victory over UC Riverside, which ended with an 88-45 score in California. However, the travel factor to Hawaii may impact their performance, making the 11.5-point spread seem unusually low. The system’s historical ROI of 4% since its inception and a 5% ROI this season (25-21 record) supports the idea that the market may be overestimating the gap between the two teams. Late-season rematches often see tighter competition as teams adjust strategies and players channel their focus toward postseason success.#big_west_conference #uc_riverside #hawaii_warriors #evan_abrams #honolulu_hi
