UC Irvine defeats Long Beach State 69-58

Kyle Evans records a double-double to lead the Anteaters

Published on Feb. 28, 2026

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The UC Irvine Anteaters defeated the Long Beach State Beach 69-58 in a college basketball matchup. Kyle Evans led the Anteaters with a double-double performance, helping the team improve to 18-9 on the season, while Long Beach State fell to 8-19.

Why it matters

This victory keeps UC Irvine in contention for a potential postseason tournament berth, while Long Beach State continues to struggle in what has been a difficult season for the program.

The details

Kyle Evans recorded a double-double with 18 points and 12 rebounds to pace the Anteaters. UC Irvine shot 45% from the field and held Long Beach State to just 38% shooting in the win.

  • The game was played on February 20, 2026.

The players

Kyle Evans

A key player for the UC Irvine Anteaters who recorded a double-double in the victory.

UC Irvine Anteaters

The college basketball team that defeated Long Beach State 69-58.

Long Beach State Beach

The college basketball team that lost to UC Irvine, falling to 8-19 on the season.

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The takeaway

This win keeps UC Irvine in the hunt for a potential postseason tournament berth, while Long Beach State continues to struggle in what has been a difficult season for the program.