Bet on a Higher Total than the Line Suggests

Minnesota and UCLA are capable of exceeding the set points total line which leads us to predict Over 129.5 as a great pick at odds of -105.

Both Teams Victorious in Last Game

Minnesota Golden Gophers triumphed in their previous game. It was on the road where USC Trojans were beaten 69-66.

UCLA Bruins triumphed in their last game. It was on the road where Indiana Hoosiers were beaten 72-68.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
UCLA	22-10	2392	2103	289	15-5	7-5	1L
Minnesota	15-17	2178	2231	-53	10-11	5-6	3L

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Expert College Basketball Analysis

We study the form as a first port of call and also make sure we’re across any injuries before making college basketball predictions. Then it’s a case of understanding the sort of narrative that the stats provide.

Key Minnesota vs UCLA stats:

The 129.5 line has been covered in 9 of the last 10 Minnesota games.
The 129.5 line has been covered in 18 of the last 20 Minnesota games.
The 129.5 line has been covered in the last 4 Minnesota games.
The 129.5 line has been covered in 8 of the last 10 UCLA games.
The 129.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 UCLA games.
The 129.5 line has been covered in the last 3 UCLA games.

Minnesota vs UCLA Prediction

There could be lots of baskets being racked up during this college showdown, with our pick being Over 129.5 points in total. Odds of -105 look well worth taking for this outcome.

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Over 129.5 Probability

According to the sportsbooks, there’s a 51.3% likelihood of our pick landing a return. Taking all factors into consideration, our cappers think there’s a stronger chance of success and have a probability interval between 55-60%. That means we’re regarding it as a value bet.

Our Pick

Over 129.5 Points @ -105 Bet Now

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Player Props

Dylan Andrews Over 8.5 Points -112

Dylan Andrews (UCLA) is available at -112 to score Over 8.5 points. There’s a fairly strong case that he will be able to cover the line and we’ll wager on his Player Points.

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Lu'Cye Patterson Over 2.5 Assists -127

Lu'Cye Patterson (Minnesota) can be wagered to finish with Over 2.5 assists at -127. He looks capable of covering the line and that leads us to taking this Player Assists bet.

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Minnesota vs UCLA Bet Builder Tips

Totals Over 129.5

Spread UCLA -12.5

Player Points Dylan Andrews Over 8.5

Get in the game with a same game parlay. Our picks are Over 130.5 on the total, UCLA to cover the -11.5 spread and Dylan Andrews (UCLA) to score Over 8.5 points.

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Correct Score Prediction

Minnesota

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UCLA

For those wanting a big return from a small stake, consider the correct score lines. For example, UCLA can be backed to win 76-61 at huge betting odds.

Minnesota vs UCLA 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 betting predictions and bet builder tips.

UCLA Big Favorites With the Books

UCLA are strong -769 favorites to win this college game according to the Moneyline betting odds. The sportsbooks give them a 88% chance of claiming victory. The market suggests that Minnesota are least likely to win at +530.

11.5 is where the spread lies, with total points being 131.5 right now. A Total bet is always available and can often provide value selections. If you fancy Over 131.5, this outcome can be backed at -110.

If you’re keen on UCLA reaching 20 points before their opponents, the favorites are -376 to oblige. Conversely, Minnesota can be backed at +250 to make this total first.

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Betting Lines & Odds

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Dawson Garcia Favorite to Score the Most Points

The favorite to score most points is Dawson Garcia. You can get -109 that he scores Over 17.5 points or -119 that he goes Under.

Player Points

Dawson Garcia (Minnesota)

Tyler Bilodeau (UCLA)

Lu'Cye Patterson (Minnesota)

Eric Dailey Jr. (UCLA)

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Player Assists

Dylan Andrews (UCLA)

Lu'Cye Patterson (Minnesota)

Kobe Johnson (UCLA)

Mike Mitchell Jr. (Minnesota)

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Player Rebounds

Dawson Garcia (Minnesota)

Kobe Johnson (UCLA)

Tyler Bilodeau (UCLA)

Femi Odukale (Minnesota)

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Micro Betting

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Minnesota

NCAAB: 15/02 Minnesota 69 USC66
NCAAB: 09/02 Illinois 95 Minnesota74
NCAAB: 05/02 Minnesota 69 Penn State61
NCAAB: 01/02 Washington 71 Minnesota68
NCAAB: 29/01 Minnesota 51 Michigan State73

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Moneyline

5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games
8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

+12.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games
+12.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

-12.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games
-12.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

Game Totals: An average of 143.40 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 135.70 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
Over 129.5: Covered in 9 of the previous 10 games
Over 129.5 on the Road: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 69.40 pts and allowed 74.00 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 64.60 pts and allowed 71.10 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

Game Totals: An average of 144.50 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 148.10 pts in the previous 10 home games
Over 129.5: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 games
Over 129.5 at Home: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 76.30 pts and allowed 68.20 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 81.50 pts and allowed 66.60 pts in the last 10 home games

NCAAB Table Select Season

Big Ten	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Michigan State	27-6	2579	2219	360	18-4	9-2	1L
Maryland	25-8	2695	2211	484	20-3	5-5	1L
Wisconsin	26-9	2790	2465	325	16-3	10-6	1L
Michigan	25-9	2661	2422	239	16-5	9-4	3W
Oregon	24-9	2515	2341	174	13-4	11-5	1L
UCLA	22-10	2392	2103	289	15-5	7-5	1L
Purdue	22-11	2570	2346	224	16-4	6-7	1L
Illinois	21-12	2766	2462	304	15-6	6-6	1L
Indiana	19-13	2389	2305	84	14-5	5-8	1L
Nebraska	17-14	2337	2259	78	11-7	6-7	5L
Ohio State	17-15	2522	2353	169	12-8	5-7	2L
Penn State	16-15	2452	2270	182	13-6	3-9	1W
Iowa	17-16	2722	2630	92	14-7	3-9	1L
Northwestern	17-16	2390	2282	108	13-5	4-11	1L
USC	16-17	2537	2491	46	12-8	4-9	1L
Rutgers	15-17	2465	2482	-17	11-9	4-8	1L
Minnesota	15-17	2178	2231	-53	10-11	5-6	3L
Washington	12-18	2142	2277	-135	10-9	2-9	6L