| MATCHUP | Utah Tech Trailblazers | California Baptist Lancers |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 19-14 | 23-8 |
| Spread | +6.5 -112 | -6.5 -108 |
| Moneyline | +220 | -270 |
| Total | Over 138.5 (-115) | Under 138.5 (-105) |
| Where | Orleans Arena, Las Vegas, NV | |
| When | Friday, March 13, 2026 | |
| Time | 11:30 PM EDT | |
| TV | ESPN+ | |
The Utah Tech Trailblazers and California Baptist Lancers meet Friday in the college basketball WAC Semifinal at the Orleans Arena. Here’s a Utah Tech vs. California Baptist prediction. This article will include a Utah Tech vs. California Baptist pick.
Utah Tech Trailblazers Betting Preview
The Utah Tech Trailblazers lost to Utah Valley and beat Abilene Christian. Utah Tech has won 10 of its last 13 games.
The Utah Tech Trailblazers are averaging 79.4 points on 47.1 percent shooting and allowing 77.1 points on 44 percent shooting. Ethan Potter is averaging 16.6 points and 7.9 rebounds, while Chance Trujillo is averaging 12.2 points and 3.4 rebounds. Noah Bolanga is the third double-digit scorer, and Jusaun Holt is dishing 3.4 assists. The Utah Tech Trailblazers are shooting 34.5 percent from beyond the arc and 72.5 percent from the free-throw line. The Utah Tech Trailblazers are allowing 29.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33.1 rebounds per game.
California Baptist Lancers Betting Preview
The California Baptist Lancers beat Southern Utah and Abilene Christian. Cal Baptist has won 4 straight games.
The California Baptist Lancers are averaging 73 points on 43.1 percent shooting and allowing 67.7 points on 41.4 percent shooting. Dominique Daniels Jr. is averaging 22.6 points and 3.8 rebounds, while Martel Williams is averaging 13.1 points and 4.8 rebounds. Jayden Jackson is dishing 1.7 assists and Devon Malcolm is grabbing 3.4 rebounds. The California Baptist Lancers are shooting 33.1 percent from beyond the arc and 71.3 percent from the free throw line. The California Baptist Lancers are allowing 29.4 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 36.1 rebounds per game.
Why the California Baptist Lancers will win
- California Baptist has won 13 of its last 15 games.
- Utah Tech has lost each of its last five Friday games against the Western Athletic Conference.
- Utah Tech has lost the first half in each of its last seven Friday games against the Western Athletic Conference.
Why the Utah Tech Trailblazers will win
- Utah Tech has won nine of its last 12 games against conference opponents.
- California Baptist has lost the first half in four of its last five conference tournament games.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Utah Tech’s last five games against conference opponents has produced a total of 148+ points.
- Four of California Baptist’s last five night games against non-AP-ranked opponents at a neutral venue have produced a total of 138+ points.
Matchup/League Facts
- California Baptist ranks 358th among Division 1 teams for assists per game this season (10.4).
- California Baptist ranks 9th among Division 1 teams for opponent three-point field goal attempts per game this season (18.2).
- Utah Tech ranks T43rd among Division 1 teams for opponent blocks per game this season (2.6).
Utah Tech vs California Baptist Prediction
California Baptist is going to be favored because of the rest advantage and the better defense. However, Utah Tech beat California Baptist in the last meeting a month ago. Also, Utah Tech has the offense that should scare anybody in this conference. The ball moves and there are guys who finish efficiently. Last night’s win over Abilene Christian wasn’t as competitive as the final score indicated. Utah Tech is a solid team with a veteran coach, and it’s 19-11 ATS on the season. This should be a competitive game and I want the points in my pocket. Give me Utah Tech.