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Pac-12 Tournament: Arizona vs. UCLA odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Arizona vs. UCLA odds and lines, with expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.

The No. 9 Arizona Wildcats (27-6) will look to defeat the depleted No. 2 UCLA Bruins (29-4) in the Pac-12 Tournament Championship in Las Vegas Saturday at 10:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Arizona vs. UCLA odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

These have been the 2 best teams in the Pac-12 all season. So it is fitting they have a chance to meet for a 3rd time in the tournament finals to decide the champion.

The teams have played 2 entirely different games this season with Arizona winning the 1st meeting in a defensive showing 58-52 while UCLA won the rematch in Los Angeles 82-73 in a more offensive focused game.

With injuries to key players for UCLA in recent games, the Bruins will be without elite defender Jaylen Clark for the season. This will make it difficult to beat a top-10 Arizona team playing at full strength. It also may cost them a chance to win a National Championship.

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Arizona vs. UCLA odds

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Moneyline (ML): Arizona -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | UCLA -120 (bet $120 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Arizona +1.5 (-120) | UCLA -1.5 (+100)
Over/Under (O/U): 147.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Arizona vs. UCLA picks and predictions

Prediction

Arizona 80, UCLA 72

Moneyline

LEAN ARIZONA -110.

While normally I would wager the Underdog here when I like them to win outright, UCLA is a different favorite than most.

Although it is dealing with injuries, UCLA is still talented enough to win this game. Hence while it is favored despite the issues it is having. I still see Arizona being able to pull this game off. But in this instance, I will use the extra 1.5 points of comfort and bet on the spread rather than the ML. But a sprinkle on the Arizona ML is not a bad play either.

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Against the spread

Take ARIZONA +1.5 (-120).

Arizona has been able to cover the spread in 8 of its last 10 games against a team with a win percentage above .600.

With Clark out for the season, UCLA will have a difficult time in defending the Wildcats, and this will allow Arizona to outscore the Bruins.

UCLA came down the stretch with so much promise. But injuries have derailed their hopes of a Pac-12 Championship, and more importantly for coach Cronin, a national championship. This should still be a competitive game, but the wrong team is favored. I will take the 1.5 points with Arizona.

Over/Under

OVER 147.5 (-115)

If both teams were at full strength, this would be an Under play. With the Bruins missing its best defender, this will allow the Wildcats to use its offense, which ranks 5th at 83.1 points to put up points against a UCLA defense that ranks 7th at 60.1 points.

This game will turn into a shootout as Arizona scores, and UCLA will be forced to keep up.

This game could easily hit 170. But at 147.5, the Over is a great value.

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Arizona at UCLA odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Arizona at UCLA odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The No. 9 Arizona Wildcats (25-5, 14-5 Pac-12) take on the No. 4 UCLA Bruins (26-4, 17-2) Saturday at Pauley Pavilion. Tip-off is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Arizona vs. UCLA odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

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The Wildcats edged out USC 87-81 on Thursday as they covered as 2-point road favorites. Arizona has won 8 of its last 10 contests.

The Bruins covered as 11-point home favorites in Thursday’s 79-61 victory over Arizona State. UCLA is on a 9-game win streak, all of which have come against Pac-12 opponents.

This will be the second season meeting between Arizona and UCLA. The Wildcats won 58-52 as 2-point home favorites and the Under (148.5) hit in the first meeting on Jan. 21.

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Arizona at UCLA odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:46 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Arizona +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | UCLA -240 (bet $240 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Arizona +5.5 (-115) | UCLA -5.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 148.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Arizona at UCLA picks and predictions

Prediction

UCLA 76, Arizona 70

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no reason to take UCLA (-240) at the current odds as you’ll receive minimal profit if the Bruins win, although that is the likely outcome.

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Against the spread

UCLA -5.5 (-105) is the pick despite the Wildcats winning the first meeting this season. The Bruins are undefeated at home and they only converted 4-of-20 three-point attempts in the first meeting, which is something that likely won’t happen again.

The Wildcats are 4-5 ATS on the road and the Bruins are 10-6 ATS at home this season (2nd-best in the Pac-12). The home team is also 5-0 ATS in the last 5 meetings.

Over/Under

Even though these teams can light up the scoreboard at times, UNDER 148.5 (-115) is the lean in this matchup. UCLA allows only 59.7 points per game (7th in the nation) and the Under is 7-3 in the last 10 meetings between these programs.

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Arizona at UCLA odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Arizona at UCLA odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Arizona Wildcats (3-6, 1-5 PAC-12) will travel to take on the No. 10 UCLA Bruins (8-1, 5-1) Saturday at the Rose Bowl. Kickoff is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Arizona vs. UCLA odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

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The Wildcats suffered a 45-20 loss at Utah last week, failing to cover as 18.5-point road underdogs. Arizona has had another disappointing season as they are on a 4-game losing streak and in danger of finishing under .500 for the 5th straight year.

Meanwhile, the Bruins are rolling after a 50-36 win over Arizona State a week ago, covering as 11-point favorites on the road. UCLA’s lone loss was to No. 6 ranked Oregon, which is why the Bruins hold the No. 12 spot in the College Football Playoff Rankings.

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Arizona at UCLA odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 10:16 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Arizona +825 (bet $100 to win $825) | UCLA -1500 (bet $1,500 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Arizona +19.5 (-109) | UCLA -19.5 (-111)
Over/Under (O/U): 77.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Arizona at UCLA picks and predictions

Prediction

UCLA 52, Arizona 27

Moneyline

Given the odds for UCLA to win, just AVOID the moneyline in this game. You won’t receive much of anything if the Bruins take care of business, so it isn’t worth the risk.

Against the spread

UCLA -19.5 (-111) is where I’ll go in this game with the Bruins looking like the far superior team right now. Arizona won’t have any answers for QB Dorian Thompson-Robinson and UCLA’s running game on Saturday night.

The favorite is 11-3-1 ATS in the last 15 meetings between the Wildcats and the Bruins. Also, Arizona is 2-7-1 ATS in the last 10 meetings.

Over/Under

Despite it being a high total, I’ll go with OVER 77.5 (-110) with UCLA being involved in the game. The Bruins are capable of scoring 50-plus points themselves and the Wildcats have shown they can score with 37 points against USC and 39 points against Washington this season.

The Over is 5-1-1 in Arizona’s last 7 road games while UCLA has hit the Over in 6 straight following a win. Both these teams also have a combined 13-5 record to the Over this season.

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Pac-12 Tournament: Arizona vs. UCLA odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Saturday’s Arizona vs. UCLA odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions, best bets.

The Arizona Wildcats (30-3) face the UCLA Bruins (25-6) Saturday in the Pac-12 Tournament Final. Tip-off from the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas is at 9 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we look at the Arizona vs. UCLA odds and lines, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

The 2nd-ranked Wildcats have posted two victories in Vegas so far, including a nice 82-72 win over Colorado. Arizona has scored 81 or more points in five consecutive outings, cashing the Over in each of those games.

The 13th-ranked Bruins have won five in a row while covering four of the outings. UCLA will be looking to win the third and final meeting between these teams this season. The Bruins hammered Arizona, 75-59, at Pauley Pavilion Jan. 25 as three-point underdogs, while the Wildcats won, 76-66, Feb. 3 in Tucson.

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Arizona vs. UCLA odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:10 a.m. ET.

Money line: Arizona -120 (bet $120 to win $100) | UCLA +100 (bet $100 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Arizona -1.5 (-105) | UCLA +1.5 (-120)
Over/Under (O/U): 142.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Arizona vs. UCLA odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

UCLA 75, Arizona 70

Money line

UCLA (+100) is a good play at even-money in this rubber match in Vegas. Arizona (-120) might be without G Kerr Kriisa (ankle), after he rolled his ankle in the Stanford game. He is the team’s fourth-leading scorer at 10.0 PPG. While the Wildcats got it done against Colorado without him, they’ll need all hands on deck against UCLA. Without a starter, the Wildcats will have a difficult time.

Against the spread

UCLA +1.5 (-120) is a better play on the money line unless you’re dead-set on this being a one-point loss for the Bruins. That’s the only reason to make this play rather than the more profitable money line wager.

Over/Under

The OVER 142.5 (-108) is the best play on the board. Arizona has registered 81 or more points in each of the past five outings, hitting the Over in each game. While the Under cashed in each of the regular-season meetings between these teams, Arizona’s offense has been strong lately. It’s unlikely UCLA will be able to clamp down on the Wildcats like they did against Washington State and USC in the tourney so far.

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Arizona at UCLA odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Thursday’s Arizona Wildcats at UCLA Bruins odds and lines, with college basketball betting picks, tips and predictions.

The Arizona Wildcats (14-7 overall, 8-7 Pac-12) visit the UCLA Bruins (14-5, 10-3) for a Thursday night (9 p.m. ET) contest at Pauley Pavilion in Los Angeles. Below, we analyze the Arizona-UCLA college basketball odds and lines, with picks and predictions.

Arizona at UCLA: Odds, spread and lines

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Money line: Arizona +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | UCLA -140 (bet $140 to win $100)
Against the spread/ATS: Arizona +2.5 (-115) | UCLA -2.5 (-105)
Over/Under: 136.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

Arizona at UCLA: Three things to know

Shaky February losses at USC and Washington State have knocked UCLA out of the top-25. From an analytics standpoint, the Bruins haven’t really been at their best since mid-January. Thursday’s game marks just UCLA’s second contest at home since Jan. 16. The Bruins are 9-0 at Pauley Pavilion.
UCLA defeated Arizona, 81-76, in Tucson, Ariz., on Jan. 9. The Wildcats are 0-4 straight-up and 0-4 against the spread over their last four games against the Bruins. Since 2013, UA is 2-5 ATS at UCLA.
From an analytics standpoint, Arizona ranks second and sixth, respectively, in offensive and defensive efficiency among Pac-12 schools. The Wildcats are adept at creating and avoiding turnovers, and their overall rebounding ranks first in the conference. UA was out-rebounded in its last game, a 63-61 home loss to Oregon on Saturday. That marked the first time since Jan. 9 the Wildcats had been outdone on the boards.

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Arizona at UCLA: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

UCLA 71, Arizona 70

Money line (ML)

Six-foot-10 F Jalen Hill (personal) is listed as questionable for Thursday’s game. Hill is UCLA’s fourth-leading rebounder, but he’s a bigger factor than his 5.5 rebounds per game when UCLA is at its best.

The Bruins’ last two home wins have not at all been impressive, and UCLA seems to be on the verge of being recognized as maybe more of a top-75 team than a top-25 one.

Look for the Wildcats to leverage rebounding as well as their inside game, outside shooting, and ability to get frequent throws at the charity stripe. BACK ARIZONA (+115).

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Against the spread (ATS)

The Wildcats are 4-1 ATS in their last five games following an ATS loss. ARIZONA +2.5 (-115) is the play in this one, but weigh your appetite for this play based on how much you value a straight-up ML wager.

Over/Under (O/U)

The Over is 4-1 in the Wildcats’ last five road games. Both teams can shoot the three, and both struggle in the perimeter defense department. Figure on enough triples and untimed singles (free throws) to get this game into the 140s.

TAKE THE OVER 136.5 (-115). And consider moving quickly to grab that number.

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