UCLA vs Cal Prediction, Picks & Odds | 25 Nov 2025
College Basketball Betting Preview: UCLA vs Cal
The UCLA Bruins battle the California Golden Bears, with tip-off scheduled for 22:00 on Tuesday, November 25.
Cal look easy to back at -114 considering the underdogs have been given a spread of +8.5. This looks a very good number when squaring off against UCLA.
UCLA Bruins won their previous game which was at home. It was a 86-46 triumph against Presbyterian Blue Hose.
California Golden Bears won their last game, beating Sacramento State Hornets at home. It was a 91-67 win.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The last matchup between UCLA and Cal saw the former win. It was a 61-60 scoreline. UCLA have won nine of the previous 10 H2H meetings.
| NCAAB | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
UCLA
|
23-11 | 2643 | 2414 | 229 | 18-3 | 5-8 | 1L |
California
|
21-11 | 2492 | 2344 | 148 | 17-4 | 4-7 | 2L |
UCLA vs Cal Prediction & Picks
We dive into the best UCLA vs Cal betting angles, including an expert match prediction, correct score forecast, top player prop bets and a value-focused bet builder.
Game Prediction
Cal should give a good account of themselves in this college showdown and the pick is to back them on the spread. The +8.5 looks attractive and -114 is available.
Injuries can influence the outcome and our college basketball handicappers factor that in alongside the latest form guide. We apply the same approach to the stats to build the clearest picture of how the game might unfold.
Key UCLA vs Cal stats:
Cal +8.5 Probability
The latest odds at the best betting apps suggest our pick carries a 53.2% chance of winning. After careful examination, our experts have this probability close to 60%. This college basketball wager can therefore be backed with confidence.
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Player Prop Picks
Donovan Dent (UCLA) can be wagered to score Under 15.5 points at -110. When it comes to his Player Points outcome, we are fairly confident he will total below the line.
Latest Donovan Dent Player Prop Odds
Eric Dailey Jr. (UCLA) is available at +120 to register Under 4.5 rebounds. We think that he will fail to cover this total and this Player Rebounds bet can be taken with confidence.
Latest Eric Dailey Jr. Player Prop Odds
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Same Game Parlay Picks
Get in the game with a same game parlay. Our picks are Cal to cover the +8.5 spread, Over 142.5 on the total and Donovan Dent (UCLA) to score Under 15.5 points.
A same game parlay allows bettors to place a multiple wager on the same basketball game. You can go through the available betting lines and select the outcomes that you think will happen. The odds for each pick are then combined together.
Correct Score Prediction
77
-
71
Cal
If you want to take a chance on a correct score, then the Bruins to enjoy a 77-71 win could be along the right lines. There are enormous odds for this particular outcome.
UCLA vs Cal Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
With an estimated 78% chance of winning, the sportsbooks are taking no chances with their -345 betting odds about UCLA triumphing in this college game. California are trading at bigger odds than their opponents and they can be backed at +275.
7.5 is the spread and 145.5 is the total points line. Basketball fans regularly enjoy the opportunity to bet on the Totals. There’s an opportunity to bet Over 145.5 at -115.
Consider every angle when placing your college hoops bets. The top basketball betting sites offer a huge selection of game lines and team props, and it’s all about finding a wager that fits your prediction of the game.
Donovan Dent is the favorite to land the most baskets. You can get -115 that he goes Over 16.5 points or the same odds when it comes to Under.
Among the various options for wagering on college basketball, you will find that micro betting is provided. It focuses on short-term in-game outcomes such as Next Field Goal, where you select if the shot will be a two or three-pointer.
- NCAAB: 10/02 2024 UCLA 61 California 60
- NCAAB: 07/01 2024 California 66 UCLA 57
- NCAAB: 19/02 2023 California 43 UCLA 78
- NCAAB: 28/01 2022 California 57 UCLA 81
- NCAAB: 09/01 2022 UCLA 60 California 52
- NCAAB: 22/01 2021 UCLA 61 California 57
- NCAAB: 07/12 2020 California 56 UCLA 76
- NCAAB: 20/01 2020 California 40 UCLA 50
- NCAAB: 14/02 2019 UCLA 75 California 67
- NCAAB: 05/01 2019 California 83 UCLA 98
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
UCLA Stats
Cal Stats
- 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
- 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- -8.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games
- -8.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have not covered the spread in any of the last 10 games on the road
- +8.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games
- +8.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 138.20 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 140.00 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 142.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
- Over 142.5 on the Road: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 75.70 pts and allowed 62.50 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 68.10 pts and allowed 71.90 pts in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 160.70 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 146.10 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 142.5: Covered in 9 of the previous 10 games
- Over 142.5 at Home: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 84.40 pts and allowed 76.30 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 78.00 pts and allowed 68.10 pts in the last 10 home games
NCAAB Table Select Season
| Atlantic Coast | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Duke
|
32-2 | 2798 | 2147 | 651 | 21-0 | 11-2 | 11W |
Virginia
|
29-5 | 2742 | 2326 | 416 | 19-1 | 10-4 | 1L |
Miami
|
25-8 | 2704 | 2349 | 355 | 16-4 | 9-4 | 1L |
North Carolina
|
24-8 | 2553 | 2282 | 271 | 19-1 | 5-7 | 2L |
Clemson
|
24-10 | 2521 | 2269 | 252 | 16-3 | 8-7 | 1L |
Louisville
|
23-10 | 2797 | 2382 | 415 | 16-2 | 7-8 | 1L |
|
California
|
21-11 | 2492 | 2344 | 148 | 17-4 | 4-7 | 2L |
Stanford
|
20-12 | 2431 | 2326 | 105 | 12-7 | 8-5 | 1L |
NC State
|
20-13 | 2762 | 2525 | 237 | 13-7 | 7-6 | 1L |
SMU
|
20-13 | 2779 | 2561 | 218 | 17-3 | 3-10 | 1L |
Virginia Tech
|
19-13 | 2521 | 2396 | 125 | 15-4 | 4-9 | 2L |
Florida State
|
18-15 | 2652 | 2572 | 80 | 12-8 | 6-7 | 1L |
Wake Forest
|
17-16 | 2602 | 2543 | 59 | 12-6 | 5-10 | 1L |
Syracuse
|
15-17 | 2400 | 2376 | 24 | 12-6 | 3-11 | 6L |
Notre Dame
|
13-18 | 2308 | 2335 | -27 | 11-7 | 2-11 | 2L |
Pittsburgh
|
13-20 | 2327 | 2370 | -43 | 8-10 | 5-10 | 1L |
Boston College
|
11-20 | 2090 | 2191 | -101 | 10-10 | 1-10 | 1W |
Georgia Tech
|
11-20 | 2287 | 2400 | -113 | 10-10 | 1-10 | 12L |
| Big Ten | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Michigan
|
31-3 | 2952 | 2353 | 599 | 19-2 | 12-1 | 1L |
Nebraska
|
26-6 | 2473 | 2119 | 354 | 19-3 | 7-3 | 1L |
Michigan State
|
25-7 | 2526 | 2189 | 337 | 17-3 | 8-4 | 2L |
Purdue
|
27-8 | 2858 | 2455 | 403 | 16-5 | 11-3 | 4W |
Illinois
|
24-8 | 2700 | 2234 | 466 | 15-6 | 9-2 | 1L |
Wisconsin
|
24-10 | 2822 | 2581 | 241 | 16-2 | 8-8 | 1L |
|
UCLA
|
23-11 | 2643 | 2414 | 229 | 18-3 | 5-8 | 1L |
Ohio State
|
21-12 | 2633 | 2402 | 231 | 15-5 | 6-7 | 1L |
Iowa
|
21-12 | 2482 | 2177 | 305 | 17-3 | 4-9 | 1L |
Indiana
|
18-14 | 2501 | 2309 | 192 | 15-6 | 3-8 | 2L |
USC
|
18-14 | 2515 | 2494 | 21 | 11-7 | 7-7 | 8L |
Washington
|
16-17 | 2545 | 2430 | 115 | 11-6 | 5-11 | 1L |
Minnesota
|
15-17 | 2241 | 2193 | 48 | 13-8 | 2-9 | 1L |
Northwestern
|
15-19 | 2487 | 2447 | 40 | 11-9 | 4-10 | 1L |
Rutgers
|
14-19 | 2329 | 2479 | -150 | 11-7 | 3-12 | 1L |
Oregon
|
12-20 | 2267 | 2366 | -99 | 10-10 | 2-10 | 1L |
Penn State
|
12-20 | 2358 | 2539 | -181 | 10-10 | 2-10 | 3L |
Maryland
|
12-21 | 2300 | 2527 | -227 | 9-8 | 3-13 | 1L |
- 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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