Overview
Oregon will be happy to return home after suffering a heartbreaking loss in the desert. The Ducks blew a large lead against No. 3 Arizona before losing after the Wildcats hit a long-range 3-pointer in the closing seconds. It could have been a momentous win for Oregon, which now has to face No. 12 UCLA on a two-game losing streak.
Meanwhile, the Bruins took advantage of having a three-game homestand by reeling off three double-digit victories and are once again looking like world killers. UCLA will now have to head back on the road for three consecutive road games and will need to keep winning to maintain its spot in second place in the Pac 12.
Last games records
UCLA is 20-5 overall and 12-4 in Pac 12 play. The Bruins beat Arizona State 66-52 Feb. 21 home. Oregon is 17-10 overall and 10-6 in conference. The Ducks lost their last game 84-81 at Arizona on Feb. 19 in Tucson.
Matchup Information:
UCLA at Oregon Betting Analysis
UCLA Betting Analysis
The Bruins don’t make an habit of beating themselves. UCLA ranks fifth nationally by only turning the ball over 9.5 times per game. Having that type of ball security on the offensive ends allow the Bruins to ratchet up their defense.
The Bruins rank 45th nationally by limiting their opponents to 64.4 points per game. In addition, UCLA has been able to force opponents to 40.9 percent shooting from the field, which ranks 58th nationally.
Bruins freshman Jaylen Clark, who averages 8.1 points per game this season, has started to emerge during UCLA’s recent homestand. Clark averaged 19.3 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 2.7 steals per game during the past three games. Johnny Juzang has been the Bruins’ most consistent scorer this season, as he averages 17.5 points per game, which ranks second in the Pac 12.
Oregon Betting Analysis
Oregon junior center N’Faly Dante, who averages 8.3 points and 6.0 rebounds per game, is shooting 66.9 percent from the field, which leads the Pac 12. Dante has started to heat up in recent games, recording two of his three double-doubles of the season during the past three games. Having Dante become a more consistent scorer would go a long way for the Ducks.
Oregon already has three players — Will Richardson (15.2 points per game), Jacob Young (11.0), and De’Vion Harmon (10.6) — who average in double figures scoring. Richardson’s average ranks fourth in the conference, while he scored 20 or more points in seven games this season. The Ducks shoot 45.7 percent as a team, which ranks 90th nationally.
Team Updates
- UCLA is 13-11-1 against the spread.
- Oregon is 10-16 against the spread.
- The Ducks have seen the over go 16-10 in their games this season.
- The Bruins have seen the total go under in 14 of their 25 games.
UCLA at Oregon Preview
UCLA’s defense has baffled opponents throughout much of the season. The Bruins have the second-highest margin of victory among Pac 12 teams, beating teams by 12.2 points per game. Pac 12 stats show that UCLA has the third-best defense in the league, limiting opponents to 64.4 points per game.
Oregon, though, has been up to the task on offense for much of the season. The Ducks rank fourth in the Pac 12 by scoring 72.4 points per game.
Oregon has been able to put up points despite not being one of the best teams in the conference at sharing the ball. The Ducks only average 12.0 assists per game, which ranks eighth in the Pac 12.
UCLA at Oregon Betting Prediction
UCLA will have its hands full with Oregon, which should be energized after keeping its matchup with Arizona tight on the road. The Ducks showed they have the punching power to keep up with the top teams in the conference. UCLA’s last few performances on the road weren’t easy wins for the Bruins.
Top sportsbooks have UCLA as 3-point favorites, while the Bruins are -159 on the moneyline. Oregon is +130 on the moneyline, while the total for the game is set at 138.5. While the Ducks may also be disheartened by their close collapse against Arizona, Oregon has much more to play for.
Expect UCLA to win a one-possession game or for the Ducks to spring the upset. Bet on Oregon +3.
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