UCLA (1-1) vs Boston University (0-2)
Game Info: Monday, November 11, 2024 at 10:00 pm (Pauley Pavilion)
The Line: Betting Odds: UCLA -23.5 / Boston University +23.5 — Over/Under: 133.5
In this article, we will formulate a Boston University vs UCLA prediction for this College Basketball game on Monday, November 11th at Pauley Pavilion in Los Angeles, California. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Boston University Terriers Betting Preview
The Boston University Terriers are 0-2 this year after they lost to San Diego by a score of 74-60 in their last game. Boston University trailed 34-30 at halftime and they only managed 30 points in the second half in the loss. Boston shot 34.4% from the field, 27.3% on three-pointers, and 60% on free throws in the game. Ben Palacios led BU with 15 points and one steal in the game.
Boston University lost to Northeastern by a score of 80-72 in their first game of the season. The Terriers have scored 66 points per game and they have allowed 77 points per game, while also averaging 33 rebounds and 12.5 assists per game this season. Malcolm Chimezie is averaging 11.5 points, 8.0 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game, while Boston University is shooting 40.7% from the field, 53.8% on free throws, and 33.3% on three-pointers this year.
UCLA Bruins Betting Preview
The UCLA Bruins are 1-1 this season after they lost to New Mexico by a score of 72-64 in their last game. UCLA trailed 41-30 at halftime and while they did win the second half, they couldn’t complete the comeback. The Bruins shot 36.4% from the field, 21.7% on three-pointers, and 70.4% on free throws in the game. Tyler Bilodeau led UCLA with 23 points and 15 rebounds in the defeat.
UCLA defeated Rider by a score of 85-50 in their first game of the season. UCLA has scored 74.5 points per game and they have allowed 61 points per game, while also averaging 39.5 rebounds per game and 17 assists per game this season. Tyler Bilodeau is averaging 20.5 points, 10.5 rebounds, and 2.0 steals per game, while UCLA is shooting 45% from the field, 66.7% on free throws, and 28.8% on three-pointers this year.
Why UCLA will cover
- Boston University has lost each of its last six night games against non-conference opponents.
- UCLA has won 28 of its last 33 night games against non-conference opponents at Edwin W. Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescon.
- Boston University has lost the first half in five of its last six night games against non-conference opponents.
Boston University vs UCLA Prediction
UCLA is coming off of a tough loss against New Mexico in their last game and their offense really struggled in both halves, but they will look to bounce back here. The Bruins blew out Rider in their first game of the season and I think we will see something similar here. Boston University has opened the season with two straight losses, including a 14-point loss at San Diego last time out. I like UCLA to bounce back and win this game easily. Take the Bruins.