| MATCHUP | UCF Golden Knights | BYU Cougars |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 19-7 | 20-7 |
| Spread | +11.5 -112 | -11.5 -108 |
| Moneyline | +525 | -750 |
| Total | Over 162.5 (-115) | Under 162.5 (-105) |
| Where | Marriott Center, Provo, UT | |
| When | Tuesday, February 24, 2026 | |
| Time | 11:00 PM EST | |
| TV | ESPN2 | |
The UCF Knights and BYU Cougars meet Tuesday in college basketball action at the Marriott Center. Here’s a UCF vs. BYU prediction. This article will include a UCF vs. BYU pick.
UCF Knights Betting Preview
The UCF Knights beat TCU and Utah, and they play Baylor next. UCF has split its last 10 games.
The UCF Knights are averaging 81.8 points on 47.2 percent shooting and allowing 77.4 points on 45.9 percent shooting. Riley Kugel is averaging 14 points and 2.7 assists, while Themus Fulks is averaging 14 points and 3 rebounds. Jordan Burks is the third double-digit scorer, and Jamichael Stillwell is grabbing 7.8 rebounds. The UCF Knights are shooting 37.3 percent from beyond the arc and 75.2 percent from the free throw line. The UCF Knights are allowing 33.4 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33.5 rebounds per game.
BYU Cougars Betting Preview
The BYU Cougars beat Iowa State and lost to Arizona, and they play West Virginia next. BYU has won 3 of its last 4 games.
The BYU Cougars are averaging 88.8 points on 48.3 percent shooting and allowing 77.2 points on 43.4 percent shooting. AJ Dybantsa is averaging 24.9 points and 6.7 rebounds, while Richie Saunders is averaging 18 points and 2.1 assists. Robert Wright III is the third double-digit scorer, and Dawson Baker is dishing 0.5 assists. The BYU Cougars are shooting 35.3 percent from beyond the arc and 74.3 percent from the free throw line. The BYU Cougars are allowing 33.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 37 rebounds per game.
Why the BYU Cougars will win
- BYU has won each of its last 14 night games at Marriott Center against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- UCF has lost each of its last five night games against AP-ranked opponents.
- UCF has lost the first half in each of its last three night games against AP-ranked opponents.
Why the UCF Knights will win
- BYU has lost each of its last three night games following a home win.
- BYU has lost the first half in three of its last four home night games against Conference opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Each of UCF’s last eight night games against Conference opponents have produced a total of 163 or fewer points.
- Six of BYU’s last seven games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 169+ points.
Matchup/League Facts
- BYU ranks T30th among Division 1 teams for blocks per game this season (4.7).
- BYU ranks 31st among Division 1 teams for offensive rating this season (120.7).
UCF vs BYU Prediction
BYU is the more talented team and has played its best ball at home, but it’s also covered just 7 of its last 10 games. A lot of times, BYU looks lost defensively and relies a lot on iso ball offensively. UCF can score the ball and has some wins against good teams. UCF also has four road wins, so this isn’t a team that’s going to be intimidated. BYU is 11-16 ATS on the season, and this could be a letdown spot after a big win over Iowa State. I’ll grab the points with UCF on the road.