Arizona vs UCF Prediction, Picks & Odds | 17 Jan 2026
College Basketball Betting Preview: Arizona vs UCF
The Arizona Wildcats square off against the UCF Knights, with tip-off scheduled for 16:00 on Saturday, January 17.
Go for Under at -105. It might be defenses on top when Arizona meet UCF, with the 165.5 points line looking on the high side when it comes to the totals.
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Arizona Wildcats claimed a victory in their previous game. A 89-82 home win occurred against Arizona State Sun Devils.
UCF Knights won last time out by a 82-73 scoreline. It was on the road against Kansas State Wildcats.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The last matchup between Arizona and UCF saw the former win. It was a 88-80 scoreline.
| NCAAB | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Arizona
|
17-0 | 1547 | 1170 | 377 | 12-0 | 5-0 | 17W |
UCF
|
14-2 | 1372 | 1206 | 166 | 11-1 | 3-1 | 2W |
Arizona vs UCF Prediction & Picks
This Arizona vs UCF betting guide features sharp analysis across major markets, including a match prediction, correct score bet, valuable player prop picks and a strategic bet builder.
Game Prediction
When the teams line up in this college matchup, we’re not sure that the total points will go over the line. Based on this pick, you can land -105 for Under 165.5 and this looks worth taking.
The college hoops handicappers at Sportsgambler.com start by analyzing recent form and staying on top of injury news before making any basketball picks. From there, we interpret the story the stats are telling to help shape our predictions.
Key Arizona vs UCF stats:
Under 165.5 Probability
According to the best sportsbooks, there’s a 51.3% likelihood of our pick landing a return. Taking all factors into consideration, our analysts think there’s a stronger chance of success and estimate the probability to be closer to 60%. That means we’re regarding it as a value bet.
Bettors looking for more juice from their Unders wager can check out the Match Result & Total lines. Here you simply combine points with the team that will win.
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Player Prop Picks
Jamichael Stillwell (UCF) can be wagered to total Over 1.5 assists at +155. We’re happy to wager that he is able to cover the line, with this Player Assists bet making appeal.
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Themus Fulks (UCF) is available at -130 to register Under 12.5 points. Should you agree with our verdict that he doesn’t reach this total, you can go under the line.
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Same Game Parlay Picks
Get in the game with a same game parlay. Our picks are Under 165.5 on the total, UCF to cover the +9.5 spread and Jamichael Stillwell (UCF) to get Over 1.5 assists.
A same game parlay is a fantastic option for basketball bettors who want to focus their wagering on a single game. You can predict different outcomes and see their odds combined before going ahead and placing this tailored bet.
Correct Score Prediction
82
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76
UCF
There’s the chance to land huge betting odds when it comes to Arizona winning on the correct score lines. We’ll try a 82-76 victory in their favor and this should be in the right ball park.
Arizona vs UCF Odds
The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.
You might not get rich backing Arizona at -526. However, the sportsbooks’ betting odds imply a 84% chance of winning this college game. For those wanting to back UCF, you will find +385 about the underdogs.
The spread is calculated to be 9.5, while total points comes in at 165.5. Basketball fans regularly enjoy the opportunity to bet on the Totals. If you fancy Under 165.5, then the odds are -105.
Consider every angle when placing your college basketball bets. The top betting apps offer a nice selection of team props and game lines and it’s all about finding a wager which matches your prediction of the contest.
In terms of scoring most points, favorite Riley Kugel is available at -105 to rack up Over 17.5 points. If you want to go Under, then -120 is available.
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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Arizona Stats
UCF Stats
- 10 wins and 0 defeats in the last 10 games
- 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- -9.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games
- -9.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games on the road
- +9.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games
- +9.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 163.70 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 158.20 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 165.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
- Over 165.5 on the Road: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 93.60 pts and allowed 70.10 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 80.50 pts and allowed 77.70 pts in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 158.90 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 157.70 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 165.5: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 games
- Over 165.5 at Home: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 85.00 pts and allowed 73.90 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 86.80 pts and allowed 70.90 pts in the last 10 home games
NCAAB Table Select Season
| Big 12 | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Arizona
|
17-0 | 1547 | 1170 | 377 | 12-0 | 5-0 | 17W |
BYU
|
16-1 | 1488 | 1169 | 319 | 12-1 | 4-0 | 13W |
Houston
|
16-1 | 1313 | 1008 | 305 | 12-1 | 4-0 | 10W |
Iowa State
|
16-1 | 1471 | 1091 | 380 | 12-0 | 4-1 | 1L |
|
UCF
|
14-2 | 1372 | 1206 | 166 | 11-1 | 3-1 | 2W |
Texas Tech
|
13-4 | 1417 | 1245 | 172 | 11-1 | 2-3 | 2W |
Oklahoma State
|
13-4 | 1503 | 1373 | 130 | 11-1 | 2-3 | 2L |
Kansas
|
13-5 | 1404 | 1215 | 189 | 11-1 | 2-4 | 2W |
Colorado
|
12-5 | 1436 | 1318 | 118 | 11-3 | 1-2 | 2L |
West Virginia
|
11-6 | 1245 | 1074 | 171 | 11-2 | 0-4 | 1L |
TCU
|
11-6 | 1356 | 1170 | 186 | 9-4 | 2-2 | 3L |
Baylor
|
11-6 | 1481 | 1274 | 207 | 9-3 | 2-3 | 1L |
Arizona State
|
10-7 | 1374 | 1350 | 24 | 7-4 | 3-3 | 1L |
Cincinnati
|
9-8 | 1254 | 1121 | 133 | 9-3 | 0-5 | 1W |
Kansas State
|
9-8 | 1456 | 1362 | 94 | 8-4 | 1-4 | 4L |
Utah
|
8-9 | 1363 | 1379 | -16 | 8-3 | 0-6 | 5L |
- Overall = Overall Wins-Losses
- PF = Total Points For
- PA = Total Points Against
- N. Pts = Point Differential
- Home = Home Record
- Away = Away Record
- Strk = Current Streak
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