UC Irvine Hosts CSU Northridge After Recent Win

Cal State Northridge achieved a notable 84-72 victory over UC Irvine, led by Marcus Adams Jr.'s impressive 24-point performance on Thursday. This win marked the Matadors' sixth consecutive victory, boosting their record to 19-7 overall and 11-4 in the Big West Conference. Scotty Washington added 14 points and five rebounds, while Torian Lee topped the Anteaters with 20 points. UC Irvine, now at 22-5 and 12-3 in the conference, struggled against Northridge's offensive pressure. The Matadors have shown strong rebounding skills, averaging 36.9 boards per game, while UC Irvine ranks second in scoring in the Big West, emphasizing their offensive capabilities. Both teams are positioning themselves ahead of the conference tournament with strong finishes in the regular season.