The Tritons’ record in Big West games is 16-7, and their record is 4-8 against non-conference opponents. UCSD is fourth in the Big West in rebounding with 33.2 rebounds.

The Tritons' record in Big West games is 16-7, and their record is 4-8 against non-conference opponents. UCSD is fourth in the Big West in rebounding with 33.2 rebounds.

The Tritons are 18-2 against Big West opponents and 10-2 in non-conference play. UCSD averages 80.3 points while outscoring opponents by 18.3 points per game.

The Tritons' record in Big West games is 16-7, and their record is 4-8 against non-conference opponents. UCSD is fourth in the Big West in rebounding with 33.2 rebounds.

Cal Poly Mustangs (14-17, 9-12 Big West) vs. UCSD Tritons (17-15, 13-7 Big West) Henderson, Nevada; Thursday, 3 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: UCSD and Cal Poly square off in the Big West Tournament.

UCSD vs. Michigan: Overlook the Tritons at your own peril UC San Diego’s Tyler McGhie (left) and Hayden Gray practice at Denver’s Ball Arena ahead of their NCAA Tournament game against Michigan.

UCSD’s 15-game win streak — their last loss came Jan. 18 against UC Irvine — is the nation’s longest. Thirteen have come by double digits. Kat Pittman, center, and the UC San Diego pep band play ...

The Tritons are 9-7 on their home court. UCSD ranks fourth in the Big West in team defense, allowing 57.8 points while holding opponents to 37.0% shooting. The Aggies are 12-7 in Big West play.

Another possible edge is that UCSD has played and won in altitude this season, beating Utah State 75-73 at 4,770 feet. For all Michigan’s players know, elevation is climbing up a water tower.