Michigan St. Spartans vs UCLA Bruins Betting Picks & Predictions
In this upcoming conference matchup, the Michigan State Spartans will travel to face the UCLA Bruins. Last season, these teams did not compete against each other due to UCLA
Game outlook
In this upcoming conference matchup, the Michigan State Spartans will travel to face the UCLA Bruins. Last season, these teams did not compete against each other due to UCLA being in the Pac-12. Michigan State is looking to bounce back from a recent loss to USC, while UCLA is coming off a convincing win against #16 Oregon. Tipoff is set for 10:00 EST and the game can be watched on Peacock. Currently, UCLA is favored to win by 2.5 points according to the latest betting line.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Spartans +128 | Bruins -153
Spread: Spartans +2.5 (-110) | Bruins -2.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 139.25 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that UCLA will win straight-up is 60%.
Michigan St. Spartans
The Michigan State Spartans recently suffered their first conference loss of the season against USC, ending their winning streak at 13 games. Despite this setback, they remain in first place in the Big Ten with Purdue and Michigan close behind. Leading the team is Jeremy Fears Jr., a freshman guard who is the top assist leader. Jaden Akins and Jase Richardson are also key players in the balanced offense, with Coen Carr leading in frontcourt scoring. Michigan State is currently ranked 17th overall in KenPom rankings and projected to be a 3-seed in the NCAA Tournament. Offensively, they excel in free throw percentage but struggle from beyond the arc. Defensively, they have strong field goal and three-point percentages. The Spartans have been successful this season, boasting strong rebounding and assist numbers.