UCLA Bruins Set to Showcase Defensive Dominance in Showdown Against USC Trojans at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom

Game outlook

College basketball fans can expect an exciting showdown between USC and UCLA at the Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom in Los Angeles, California. This PAC12 Conference battle is the second meeting of the season between these two teams, with UCLA coming out on top in the first matchup. UCLA is currently favored by 5 points in this contest, with the total set at 130.5. Betting action is heating up for this game, with UCLA opening as -5.5 favorites and the current line holding steady at UCLA -5. Fans can find the best USC vs. UCLA pick and odds here for this highly anticipated game.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Trojans +184 | Bruins -229

Spread: Trojans +5 (-110) | Bruins -5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 133 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that UCLA will win straight-up is 70%.

USC Trojans

The USC Trojans suffered a double-overtime loss to Colorado, dropping their conference record to 4-11 and leaving them just outside the top 100 in major rankings. Despite leading at halftime, USC struggled in the second overtime and ultimately lost the game. Boogie Ellis had a standout performance, scoring 30 points on 10-19 shooting. The team was outrebounded and struggled from the free-throw line, contributing to their overall season statistics where they rank 157th in offense and 284th in defense. USC's shooting percentages and other stats are below average compared to other NCAA teams. Check out betting opportunities and promos related to the team's performance. ZAY‼️ Isaiah Collier forces 2OT at Galen. 📺: ESPN2 📱: https://t.co/cGFArRkDBb pic.twitter.com/rvndUE2z5x