IRVINE, Calif. — In an exciting game on Saturday night, Bent Leuchten played a pivotal role in UC Irvine’s victory over UC Davis, finishing with 21 points, 13 rebounds, and six assists, earning his team a 73-66 win.

The Anteaters had strong support from Justin Hohn and Myles Che, who both contributed significantly, scoring 17 points each. This impressive performance helped UC Irvine improve their record to 20 wins and 3 losses overall, and 10 wins to just 1 loss in the Big West Conference.

On the other side, Ty Johnson was the standout for the Aggies, leading his team with 21 points, along with six rebounds and five assists. Connor Sevilla added to the Aggies’ efforts with 11 points, while Niko Rocak made an impact with nine points, nine rebounds, four assists, two steals, and four blocks. UC Davis now holds a record of 12-10 overall and 6-5 in conference play.

This gritty match displayed not only the competitiveness of both teams but also highlighted the individual talents present on the court, making for an entertaining night for basketball fans.