UCLA Bruins vs. Rutgers Scarlet Knights 1/13/25 NCAA Men’s Basketball Forecast and Predictions

UCLA Bruins vs. Rutgers Scarlet Knights 1/13/25 – The stage is perfectly set for the alluring NCAA men’s basketball face-off between the UCLA Bruins (11-5) and the Rutgers Scarlet Knights (8-8) as the former visits the latter at their home ground. Both teams have experienced their own fair share of highs and lows during the season which adds up to the significance of the game given that conference play is about to commence. The Bruins will have a striving goal to get better after experiencing multiple tough losses and at the same time they will be faced with a Rutgers team fully determined to make a difference.

Team	SP/RL	TOTAL	ML
Bruins	-2.5 (-110	Over 138 (-110	-138
Scarlet Knights	+2.5 (-110)	Under 138 (-110)	+115

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In terms of winning odds, the Bruins are rejoicing in a slender margin which is a testament to their competitive season, emphasizing their recent form. We can see from the betting line of UCLA -2.5 that it is likely to be a close match. At the beginning of the season, both teams have shown good performances but are in a dip at this point. Considering both teams’ offensive display, the set total is likely to be over 138 as accompanies, considering UCLA’s high goals in away games that seems to be a trend rather than a randomness.

Tyler Bilodeau (Forward) vs. Dylan Harper (Guard)

Tyler Bilodeau‘s proclamations to be the central figure of UCLA are quite true. He averages 14.9 points per game along with 5.1 rebounds. This makes him a dual threat, as he is able to score with great efficiency from any range. But then again, Tyler is not a one-dimensional player. His scoring is complemented by his presence on the boards and the defensive work he can do, which is exactly what is needed when facing a solid home team like Rutgers.

Dylan Harper on the other hand has been consistently amazing for Rutgers scoring over 20 points a game. His playmaking abilities combined with his scoring and rebounding makes him a hassle to defend for any team and he puts plenty of pressure on the Bruins. In fact his form is a good indication of how the rest of the team is, that’s why his matchup against Tyler has to be one of the best.

In-Depth Bruins Analysis: Stumbling Giants

Some of the recent games by UCLA point to a few areas that require attention, especially on the defense. During their most recent matchup against Maryland, they lost 61-79 while a 75-94 loss to Michigan earlier pointed to glaring defense weaknesses. These results have put them behind, calling for an emphatic counter in the next match.

Scarlet Knights’ Home Court Fortress

On the other hand, Rutgers has been staunch at home despite their overall inconsistency. Their latest game at home against Purdue saw them lose 50-68 which means they were struggling in attack as well but their overall ability to keep scoring low at home might help them with a scenario against the free scoring Bruins.

Trends

UCLA Bruins Betting Trends

UCLA are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games.
The total has gone OVER in 4 of UCLA’s last 6 games.
UCLA are 1-4 SU in their last 5 games.
The total has gone OVER in 4 of UCLA’s last 5 games on the road.
UCLA are 1-7 ATS in their last 8 games against an opponent in the Big Ten conference.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights Betting Trends

Rutgers are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games.
Rutgers are 1-4 SU in their last 5 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Rutgers’ last 5 games at home.
Rutgers are 1-8 ATS in their last 9 games against an opponent in the Big Ten conference.
Rutgers are 0-6 SU in their last 6 games played in January.