UCLA Bruins vs Maryland Terrapins Betting Picks & Predictions
The upcoming Big Ten basketball matchup features Maryland (11-4, 2-2 Big Ten) facing off against UCLA (11-4, 1-3). Last season, Maryland defeated UCLA by nine points on the
Game outlook
The upcoming Big Ten basketball matchup features Maryland (11-4, 2-2 Big Ten) facing off against UCLA (11-4, 1-3). Last season, Maryland defeated UCLA by nine points on the road. UCLA is looking to bounce back from a tough loss to #24 Michigan, while Maryland is coming off a close game against #9 Oregon. The game is set to tip off at 8:00 EST at the XFINITY Center in College Park, Maryland and will be aired on FOX. Maryland opens as the betting favorite at -5 with the line remaining unchanged.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Bruins +188 | Terrapins -232
Spread: Bruins +5 (-110) | Terrapins -5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 138.75 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Maryland will win straight-up is 70%.
UCLA Bruins
The UCLA Bruins are looking to bounce back after their coach criticized their performance, calling them "soft" following a loss to Michigan. With a league record of 2-2, they are currently in the middle of the standings. Tyler Bilodeau leads the team in scoring, followed by Eric Dailey Jr. and Sebastian Mack. Ranked 28th overall in Division I, UCLA plays at a slow pace and has a strong defensive efficiency. Offensively, they struggle with three-point shooting and rebounding, but excel in defensive stats. The Bruins are 11-4 this season, with a power ranking of 138 and strong defensive numbers, allowing an average of 61.53 points per game.