Lots of local Inland Empire hostilities here in this all-Riverside "Battle of I-215" clash. A bit of revenge for visiting UCR after losing a bitter 70-69 verdict to nearby Cal Baptist last December 16. The Highlanders, however, might bear watching in the Big West as they return four starters from a combative squad a year ago. Early respectable losses tow ell-regarded Oregon and BYU continued that competitive trend, featuring four UCR double-digit scorers led by returnee G Barrington Hargress at 18 ppg. Against solid competition, the Highlanders have scored 78 ppg and connected better than 37% of their triples as they hit tonight. Rick Croy's Lancers have started 2-0 with a pair of close wins over Incarnate Word and Kennesaw State, but will need to improve upon their subpar 22.9% three-point shooting. Play UC Riverside