It's been a tough go already for capable western sides like Cal Baptist, Grand Canyon, and USF, all losers in the Central Time Zone this week....might UCI be next? Though 9-1, recent Anteater games have been a struggle, and it came crashing down in a 67-55 loss at Oregon State that reminded not get too carried away by the early successes. The Beavers gradually pulled clear, controlling the glass 37-27 and limiting UCI to just 37% FG scooting. Belmont is arguably better than any team the Anteaters have faced, with superb balance (five DD scorers) led by Memphis transfer G Jonathan Pierre (13.6 ppg), and a five-game win streak featuring Pierre's 28 points in last Saturday's win over Richmond. Play Belmont