UC Riverside vs Fresno State Prediction 11/14/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

UC Riverside vs Fresno State Prediction

I’m leaning Fresno State in this one but you could probably make a good case the other way as well. The Bulldogs are coming off a tight three-point overtime win versus a Georgia State team that’s been struggling in the win column so far. Fresno State shot 46 percent in that one with a nice 52 percent (11-of-21) from outside. That said, the Bulldogs also got out-rebounded 46-39 and missed quite a few free throws (22-of-37 for 59 percent). I’d like to see Fresno State get that percentage up in this one if they’re making frequent trips to the line.

As for UC Riverside, they’ve been able to win all three of their games so far, the most recent one coming by five on the road versus San Jose State. In that matchup the Highlanders shot a nice 55 percent from the field and 46 percent (11-of-24) from outside. That said, UC Riverside also gave up 60 percent shooting on defense while getting out-rebounded 29-21. The 15 turnovers and 57 percent (13-of-23) at the line weren’t super helpful either. All of that said, the Highlanders are sitting pretty at 3-0. This one should be something of a challenge for them.

Game Info, Stats and Previews

The UC Riverside Highlanders and the Fresno State Bulldogs meet Saturday in college basketball action from Save Mart Center. Here’s a collection of relevant information and reasoning for a sound UC Riverside vs Fresno State prediction. We have looked at this information from a betting perspective and attempted to determine the best UC Riverside vs Fresno State pick. We will also examine the recent form and player performances for both teams, as well as the recent betting trends and streaks pertaining to this matchup. We will tie it all together to the pick summary, resulting in a sensible prediction for a favorable betting outcome in this game.

UC Riverside Highlanders Betting Preview

The Highlanders have three games in the bag so far this year. The first was an easy blowout win 110-47 over La Verne. UC Riverside shot 58 percent from the field in that one with a 51-38 rebounding advantage and just seven turnovers. The Highlanders were great on defense (26 percent shooting allowed) but did miss quite a few free throws on 13-of-30 for 43 percent. Game two was another victory for the Highlanders, this time a much closer finish 64-60 versus Denver at SRC Arena. UC Riverside shot just 34 percent from the field with a 45-37 rebounding deficit in that one but did get some help from the Pioneers’ 16 turnovers.

On Thursday in their matchup versus San Jose State, the Highlanders were able to power out an 80-75 victory on the road at Provident Credit Union Event Center and moved to 3-0 overall.

Fresno State Bulldogs Betting Preview

Over on the Fresno State side, they started out with a pretty tame matchup versus Fresno Pacific. That one was probably a little closer than it should have been, an 88-79 victory for the Bulldogs. Fresno State shot 56 percent from the field with a 39-31 rebounding edge in that one but did get a little turnover-happy with 14 miscues. In game two the Bulldogs took their first loss of the year 81-65 at LionTree Arena against UC San Diego. Fresno State shot just 38 percent from the field there with 13 turnovers and 51 percent shooting allowed on defense.

Matched up against Georgia State in game three, the Bulldogs took a hard-fought 95-92 win in overtime. Fresno State’s Brian Amuneke led the team on 27 points with four rebounds and three turnovers.

UC Riverside Highlanders @ Fresno State Bulldogs Betting Trends: November 14, 2026

Why the Fresno State Bulldogs will win

• UC Riverside has lost each of its last six road games against the Pac-12 Conference.
• Fresno State has won each of its last five games against non-Conference opponents at Save Mart Center.
• Fresno State has won the first half in each of its last six day games against the Big West Conference at Save Mart Center.

Why the UC Riverside Highlanders will win

• Fresno State has lost each of its last four games against the Big West Conference.
• UC Riverside has won four of its last five games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Andrew Jett's Pick: Fresno State Bulldogs TBA