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Penn St. Nittany Lions vs UCLA Bruins Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: February 8, 2025 at 4:00 PM ET

Venue: Pauley Pavilion — Los Angeles, CA

Article updated Feb 8, 1:30 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

In this upcoming Penn State vs. UCLA matchup, the teams are set to face off in a newly formed rivalry. Penn State recently suffered a loss to Minnesota, while UCLA is coming

Game outlook

In this upcoming Penn State vs. UCLA matchup, the teams are set to face off in a newly formed rivalry. Penn State recently suffered a loss to Minnesota, while UCLA is coming off a strong win against Michigan State. UCLA is favored to win with a -10 point spread. The game is scheduled for 4:00 PM EST on the Big Ten Network. Stay tuned for our prediction on the outcome of this game.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Nittany Lions +395 | Bruins -533

Spread: Nittany Lions +10 (-110) | Bruins -10 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 140 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that UCLA will win straight-up is 84%.

Penn St. Nittany Lions

The Penn State Nittany Lions basketball team is currently facing struggles in conference play, having lost eight of their last nine games and ranking 17th in the 18-team league with a record of 12-20. Despite their recent struggles, key players like Ace Baldwin Jr., Zach Hicks, and Yanic Konan Niederhauser continue to contribute on offense and defense. The team is ranked 57th overall by KenPom, with strong offensive efficiency but room for improvement on defense. With a power ranking of 296, Penn State excels in scoring and shooting but struggles with rebounding and turnovers. The Nittany Lions are working to improve their performance and earn a spot in the NCAA Tournament.

UCLA Bruins Analysis

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The UCLA Bruins have experienced a successful turnaround in their season, currently on a six-game winning streak with notable victories over ranked opponents including Wisconsin, Oregon, and Michigan State. Led by top scorers Eric Dailey Jr. and Tyler Bilodeau, the team has shown strength on both offense and defense. Dailey, a versatile forward, has been a key player in clutch moments, while Bilodeau leads the team in scoring. UCLA's current power ranking is 78, with a projected 5-seed in Bracketology. They excel in defensive efficiency, ranking 13th in the nation, but play at a slower pace compared to Penn State. In terms of offensive statistics, the Bruins have room for improvement in field goal percentage and rebounding. Overall, UCLA's impressive performance has solidified their standing in the Big Ten and positioned them as a formidable team heading into upcoming matchups.

UCLA Favored to Dominate Penn State in Potential Blowout Victory

Penn State and UCLA both exhibit similar offensive efficiency, with Penn State ranked 53rd and UCLA ranked 51st. However, the notable discrepancy between the two teams lies in their defensive capabilities, with UCLA ranked 13th and Penn State ranked 77th in this regard. UCLA has demonstrated a remarkable response to their coach's challenges, securing six consecutive victories, including wins against ranked opponents. Their upcoming game against Penn State will take place on UCLA's home court, where they have demonstrated strong defensive performances, winning their last four games at home. In contrast, Penn State has struggled in recent matches, losing eight of their last nine games. Considering UCLA's recent successes and Penn State's challenging season, it is recommended to bet on UCLA covering the spread in this matchup.

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SportsJaw Nittany Lions vs Bruins archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Nittany Lions vs Bruins matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Penn St. Nittany Lions+350 → +450Moved
  • Moneyline · UCLA Bruins-465 → -600Moved
  • Spread · Penn St. Nittany Lions+10 (-110) → +10.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · UCLA Bruins-10 (-110) → -10.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over140 (-110) → 139 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under140 (-110) → 139 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Penn St. Nittany Lions
12-20 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 3-7-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
UCLA Bruins
24-12 matchup record · 3-7-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-02-08T06:30:26.262Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

No completed head-to-head result is available in the current history window.

Final result

Matchup pick recap

UCLA Bruins defeated Penn St. Nittany Lions 78-54

UCLA Bruins defeated Penn St. Nittany Lions 78-54 on February 8, 2025, a 24-point decision in the series. UCLA Bruins' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 44-31. Against SportsJaw's recorded Penn St. Nittany Lions +10.5 (-110) spread, UCLA Bruins covered, while the 132 combined points finished under the recorded total of 139.

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