HENDERSON, Nev. (Interstat) — UC Irvine used a dominant first half and superior efficiency to defeat Cal State Northridge 93-78 in a Big West Conference men’s basketball game Friday at Dollar Loan Center. The Anteaters built a 49-37 halftime lead and maintained control throughout.

Derin Saran led UC Irvine with 23 points, while Josiah Davis scored a game-high 26 points for the Matadors. The Anteaters shot 51.6% from the field and capitalized at the free-throw line, making 17 of 22 attempts. UC Irvine also held a 13-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. The victory improved UC Irvine’s record to 23-10, while Cal State Northridge fell to 20-14.