In this article we will formulate a UCLA vs Wisconsin prediction for this College Basketball game on Friday, March 14th at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
UCLA Bruins Betting Preview
The UCLA Bruins are 22-9 (13-7) this year after they defeated USC by a score of 90-63 in their last game. UCLA led 39-27 at halftime and added 51 points in the second half for the blowout win. The Bruins shot 61.7% from the field, 45.5% on three pointers, and 66.7% on free throws in the game. Eric Dailey Jr. led UCLA with 25 points and five rebounds, while Skyy Clark added 17 points and six assists in the game.
Prior to that victory, the Bruins defeated Northwestern by a score of 73-69, but did lose to Purdue by a score of 76-66 before that. UCLA has won three of their last four games and they finished tied for fourth in the Big Ten standings with a 13-7 record. UCLA has scored 74.9 points per game and they have allowed 65.1 points against per game, while also averaging 32.4 rebounds and 16.5 assists per game this season. Tyler Bilodeau is averaging 14.0 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game, while Eric Dailey Jr. is averaging 12.0 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game this year. UCLA is shooting 47.2% from the field, 70.5% on free throws, and 35.4% on three pointers this season.
Wisconsin Badgers Betting Preview
The Wisconsin Badgers are 24-8 (13-7) this season after they defeated Northwestern by a score of 70-63 in their last game. Wisconsin led 37-30 at halftime and they were able to get the win, despite only scoring 33 points in the second half. The Badgers shot 41.5% from the field, 32% on three pointers, and 78.3% on free throws in the game. John Tonje led Wisconsin with 18 points and seven rebounds, while Nolan Winter added 18 points and six rebounds in the win.
Prior to that game, the Badgers lost to Penn State by a score of 86-75, but did beat Minnesota by a score of 74-67 before that. Wisconsin has alternated wins and losses over their last seven games and they finished tied for fourth in the Big Ten standings with a 13-7 record. Wisconsin has scored 80.8 points per game and they have allowed 70.9 points against per game, while also averaging 36.4 rebounds and 14.7 assists per game this season. John Tonje is averaging 18.9 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game, while John Blackwell is averaging 15.6 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game this year. Wisconsin is shooting 46% from the field, 83.6% on free throws, and 35% on three pointers this season.
Why UCLA will beat Wisconsin
- UCLA has won 11 of its last 13 games when playing with a rest advantage.
- Wisconsin has lost three of its last four games against the Big Ten Conference at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
- UCLA has won the first half in eight of its last nine Conference Tournament games.
Why Wisconsin will beat UCLA
- Wisconsin has won seven of its last eight games against non-AP-ranked opponents at a neutral venue.
- UCLA has lost four of its last five games against AP-ranked opponents at a neutral venue.
- Wisconsin has won the first half in each of its last seven games against the Big Ten Conference.
Matchup/League Facts
- UCLA ranks 7th among Division 1 teams for opponent field goal attempts per game this season (51.5).
- UCLA ranks 16th among Division 1 teams for opponent field goals made per game this season (22.1).
- Wisconsin ranks 1st among Division 1 teams for free throw percentage this season (83.6%).
- Wisconsin ranks 5th among Division 1 teams for opponent steals per game this season (4.9).
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UCLA vs Wisconsin Prediction
Wisconsin was able to play a very strong first half against Northwestern on Thursday, which allowed them to survive a below average second half for the win. The Badgers have been very inconsistent over the last few weeks and their high scoring offense has ran into some issues. UCLA has won three of their last four games, but they are just 4-3 in their last seven. UCLA did beat Wisconsin by a score of 85-83 in their first meeting, so we should be in for another great game here. I really think either team could win this matchup, but I also think this is a pretty low total considering the outcome of their first game. Take the over here.