In this article we will formulate a UCLA vs West Georgia prediction for this College Basketball game on Monday, November 10th at Pauley Pavilion in Los Angeles, California. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
UCLA Bruins Betting Preview
The UCLA Bruins are 2-0 this season after they defeated Pepperdine by a score of 74-63 in their last game. UCLA led 37-28 at halftime and added 37 points in the second half to seal the win. The Bruins shot 48.1% from the field, 23.8% on three pointers, and 73.1% on free throws in the game. UCLA recorded 34 rebounds in the game, had 11 assists, and committed 10 turnovers in the win. Xavier Booker led UCLA with 15 points and five rebounds, while Donovan Dent added 12 points and four assists in the game.
Prior to that game, UCLA defeated Eastern Washington by a score of 80-74 to open the season. The Bruins have scored 77.0 points per game with 34.5 rebounds and 15.0 assists per game, while they have allowed 68.5 points against per game this season. Donovan Dent is averaging 16.5 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 6.5 assists per game, while Xavier Booker is averaging 14.5 points and 6.0 rebounds per game. UCLA is shooting 47.5% from the field, 69.4% on free throws, and 27.7% on three pointers this season.
West Georgia Wolves Betting Preview
The West Georgia Wolves are 1-1 this year after they defeated Huntingdon College by a score of 120-83 in their last game. West Georgia led 69-34 at halftime and added 51 points in the second half in the lopsided win. The Wolves shot 65.8% from the field, 50% on three pointers, and 60% on free throws in the game. West Georgia out rebounded their opponent by a total of 46-29, recorded 23 assists, and committed 12 turnovers in the win. Josh Smith led West Georgia with 26 points, five rebounds, and five assists, while Shelton Williams-Dryden added 19 points and nine rebounds in the game.
Prior to that win, West Georgia lost to Nebraska by a score of 86-53 to start the campaign. The Wolves have scored 86.5 points per game with 41.5 rebounds per game and 15.5 assists per game, while they have allowed 84.5 points against per game this year. Shelton Williams-Dryden is averaging 16.5 points and 7.0 rebounds per game, while Josh Smith is averaging 15.0 points and 4.0 rebounds per game. West Georgia is shooting 48.6% from the field, 69.7% on free throws, and 33.3% on three pointers this year.
Why the UCLA Bruins will win
- UCLA has won each of its last 28 night games at Edwin W. Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescon following a home win.
- UCLA has won the first half in each of its last 15 games at Edwin W. Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescon against non-AP-ranked opponents.
UCLA vs West Georgia Prediction
West Georgia comes into this matchup after dominating a non-D1 team in their last game, but they lost to Nebraska by 33 points and will be on the road. UCLA has not been very convincing to start the season, but they are 2-0 and have played strong defense. The Bruins need to improve their rebounding, as they are averaging just 34.5 rebounds per game. I think West Georgia is going to struggle to score just like they did against Nebraska, so I like the under in this game.