Game Overview
The UCLA men’s basketball team has lived up to its preseason hype. The No. 3 Bruins are off to a strong start and have only lost to fellow powerhouse Gonzaga. Oregon, which is on a two-game winning streak, has struggled to find consistency throughout the season and has taken some disappointing losses.
Last games record
Oregon is 9-6 overall and 2-2 in PAC 12 play. The Ducks beat Utah 79-66 during its last game. UCLA is 10-1 overall and 2-0 in conference. The Bruins scored a 60-52 victory over California during their last game.
Matchup Information
- 9:30 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 13, 2022
- Los Angeles
- Pauley Pavilion
Oregon vs. UCLA Betting Analysis
Oregon Betting Analysis
The Ducks have three players averaging in double figures scoring. Senior guard Will Richardson leads the team with 13.4 points per game. Forward Jacob Young and guard De’Vion Harmon also average 10.5 and 10.1 points per game, respectively.
Oregon’s offense has been efficient throughout the season, shooting 46.6 percent from the field, which is the third-best mark in the conference. Oregon averages 71.7 points per game.
Oregon coach Dana Altman needs one win to become the 24th coach in NCAA history to win at least 700 games. The Ducks are 38-90 all-time against UCLA. Oregon outrebounds its opponents by a margin of 3.0 rebounds per game.
The Ducks shoot 34.5 percent from the 3-point line and make 7.1 treys per game. Oregon has had its share of defensive issues. The Ducks allow their opponents to shot 44.4 percent from the field, which ranks 268th nationally.
UCLA Betting Analysis
The Bruins lead the Pac-12 in several offensive categories, including assist-to-turnover ratio and 3-point percentage. UCLA knocks down 8.5 3-pointers per game, put up 80.5 points per game, and have outscored their opponents by an average margin of 15.1 points per game. The Bruins have four players who average in double figures scoring.
Johnny Juzang leads the team by averaging 16.0 points per game. Jamie Jaquez Jr. scores 14.1 points per game in addition to contributing 5.7 rebounds per game.
The Bruins offense, though, has been held back at times from their performance at the free-throw line. UCLA shoots 69.4 percent, which ranks 221st nationally.
UCLA has also been stout on defense this season, limiting its opponents to 41.9 percent shooting from the field. The Bruins also limit their opponents to 65.5 points per game. UCLA is 22-3 when limiting opponents to fewer than 70 points in the past two seasons.
Team updates
UCLA missed Cody Riley for eight games this season as he recovered from a left knee injury. Oregon. The Bruins also lost freshman standout Mac Etienne to an injury before the season started.
- Oregon is 4-10 against the spread.
- The total has gone over in nine of the Ducks’ 14 games.
- UCLA is 5-6 against the spread.
- The total has gone under the total in six of the Bruins’ 11 games.
Oregon vs. UCLA Betting Preview
Top sportsbooks have UCLA as a 10.5 point favorite over Oregon. The Bruins are a heavy -670 favorite on the moneyline, while the Ducks are +460. The over/under on the game is set at 142 points.
This is a tough matchup for Oregon, which hasn’t quite panned out to its preseason expectations. UCLA is a well-rounded team, which is effective on both the offensive and defensive end. The Bruins should be able to score against the Ducks and have the defense to make sure Oregon never gets on track on the road.
Oregon vs. UCLA Betting Prediction
The moneyline is too steep to risk betting on the Bruins. Taking UCLA -10.5 is a better option. The Bruins are a good team, and Oregon doesn’t have the firepower to keep up.
The total will likely go under as the Ducks should have a tough time finding a way to break through a UCLA defense that prides itself on locking down opponents.
How to Bet on Oregon vs. UCLA
Take UCLA -10.5.
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