UC Riverside vs San Diego Picks and Predictions for Friday, November 21, 2025

By: David Anicetti Published 11/21/2025, 12:10 AM ET

UC Riverside heads to San Diego on Friday trying to stop a three-game slide. The Highlanders sit at 2–3 after an 80–57 loss at Cal Baptist, while San Diego is 3–1 following a 78–68 home win over Grambling. UC Riverside has struggled to close games, while San Diego has found steadier scoring on its home floor. Build your bankroll with our college basketball picks.

UC Riverside vs San Diego Game Information

Date & Time: Friday, November 21, 9:00 PM ET
Where: Jenny Craig Pavilion, San Diego, CA
TV: ESPN+

UC Riverside Highlanders Preview

UC Riverside averages 72.6 points per game while shooting 44.7% from the field. Marqui Worthy Jr. leads the Highlanders with averages of 15.8 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 4.0 assists, and Andrew Henderson provides another scoring option at 15.4 points per game on 36.8% shooting from three. Forward Osiris Grady adds 13.8 points and 7.4 rebounds, giving UC Riverside dependable interior scoring and strong production on the glass.

The Highlanders are allowing 71.4 points per contest and making 6.0 steals and 4.0 blocks. BJ Kolly has contributed 1.2 blocks per game, and Worthy Jr. has helped generate pressure with 1.6 steals. UC Riverside has been competitive early in games but has faltered late, with turnovers and half-court defensive mistakes contributing to losses against New Mexico, North Dakota, and Cal Baptist. Betting on sports and on UC Riverside is easy, but even easier if you use the best sportsbooks

San Diego Toreros Preview

San Diego enters averaging 78.0 points per game on 45.8% shooting. The Toreros are led by Juanse Gorosito at 14.5 points per game, who has shot 47.4% from three. Toneari Lane adds 11.8 points with strong perimeter shooting, and Ty-Laur Johnson provides 10.5 points and 4.3 assists, giving San Diego a talented playmaker in the backcourt.

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Defensively, San Diego is allowing 68.0 points while producing 8.8 steals and 5.5 blocks. Piotr Winkowski leads with 2.3 blocks per game, and Johnson and Gorosito add consistent ball pressure. San Diego has won three of four home games with its defense, accurate outside shooting, and balanced scoring across its lineup. Make sure you know about how the fans are looking on prediction markets for San Diego with the Novig promo code.

UC Riverside vs San Diego Prediction

UC Riverside has several scorers who can keep the game close, but San Diego’s stronger backcourt play, better defense, and mistake-free late-game execution create a clear advantage. San Diego Toreros win and cover ATS, 79–69. Make sure when you place your bet on UC Riverside vs San Diego you are using the BetMGM bonus code.

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