Marquette and UCLA Prepare for Rematch at Hawaiian Islands Quarterfinals
Both teams head into their matchup at the Hawaiian Islands for the quarterfinals game on Monday with the Bruins looking to capitalize on their two wins against Marquette in
Game outlook
Both teams head into their matchup at the Hawaiian Islands for the quarterfinals game on Monday with the Bruins looking to capitalize on their two wins against Marquette in both previous matchups, most recently in December of 2021. However, Marquette is coming off a big win over #23 Illinois while UCLA recorded a 78-58 home win versus LIU in their last game.
Game Info
When: Monday, 11/20/2023 @ 11:30pm EST
Where: SimpliFI Arena at Stan Sheriff Center Stadium Betting Odds Moneyline: Bruins +195 | Golden Eagles -245
Spread: Bruins +6 (-110) | Golden Eagles -6 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 138.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Marquette will win straight-up is 71%.
UCLA Bruins
UCLA entered their last game against LIU with a 3-0 record before comfortably cruising to victory. The Bruins shot 55.6% from the field, outrebounded LIU 41-20 and outscored them by 18 points. Adem Bona led the team with 20 points while Sebastian Mack (12.7 points), Dylan Andrews (11 points and 3.5 assists) and other players chipped in offensively. UCLA is currently ranked 26th in the nation and averages 73.67 points per game (219th in the nation), 50% from the field (69th) and 70.3% from the free throw line (158th). Defensively, they are ranked 6th in the nation, allowing 50.67 points per game, 33.79% field goals (21st) and 24.62% three pointers (42nd). This game will be against a much tougher opponent and UCLA will need to maintain its defensive prowess while stepping up its offense to get the victory.