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UCLA -7 over Iowa
Pauley Pavilion – Los Angeles, CA
9:00 PM ET. The Bruins have become the market’s punching bag after a four-game skid that sent them plummeting from the Top 25. Once riding high after an upset over Gonzaga, UCLA has since lost their luster, failing to cover in any of those losses. This tumble has created an opportunity to buy low on a talented team at a deflated price.
The Hawkeyes, on the other hand, roll in with more market appeal. A 5-2 record in their last seven games, highlighted by a 25-point win over Indiana, has given Iowa a perceived edge. Add in a flashy offense that leads the nation with 89.5 points per game, and the casual bettor is left wondering how UCLA can possibly keep up.
Iowa’s offense might dazzle, but their defense is a glaring liability, giving up 78 points per game (293rd nationally). Worse yet, they rank near the bottom in opponent shooting percentage (307th) and second-half defense (308th). Teams like Iowa, who rely solely on offensive fireworks, are highly volatile, especially when thrust into hostile environments. UCLA’s defense, ranked 15th in the nation, thrives on creating turnovers and limiting possessions, the exact kryptonite for Iowa’s run-and-gun style.
Let’s not ignore Iowa’s road woes either: 0-3 away from home this season, with their defense crumbling under pressure. The Hawkeyes haven’t faced an environment like Pauley Pavilion, and with their inefficiencies on full display, this game has blowout potential. The Bruins’ recent skid has artificially deflated this number, making UCLA an underpriced favorite in a matchup tailor-made for their strengths. Underlay.
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Our Pick
UCLA -7 -104 (Risking 2.08 units - To Win: 2.00)