UCLA Bruins
Basketball NCAAB Sat 3 Jan 18:00
Iowa Hawkeyes
  1. Prediction
  2. SGP Picks
  3. Odds
  4. Player Props
  5. Team Stats
  6. Standings

College Basketball Betting Preview: UCLA vs Iowa

The UCLA Bruins face the Iowa Hawkeyes, with tip-off scheduled for 18:00 on Saturday, January 3.

We Could See Lots of Points Scored

You can get -110 that there are Over 136.5 points and there’s plenty of juice in those odds. UCLA and Iowa should be able to keep the score ticking for our prediction to win.

UCLA 94-70 Win in Previous H2H Matchup

UCLA Bruins won their previous game which was at home. It was a 97-65 triumph against UC Riverside Highlanders.

Iowa Hawkeyes were winners last time out. It was a 90-62 home victory against UMass Lowell River Hawks.

Head-to-Head Statistics

UCLA beat Iowa in their last head-to-head matchup. It was a 94-70 scoreline.

NCAAB Overall PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
UCLA 23-11 2643 2414 229 18-3 5-8 1L
Iowa 21-12 2482 2177 305 17-3 4-9 1L
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UCLA vs Iowa Prediction & Picks

Our UCLA vs Iowa tips include the main match prediction, a correct score forecast, bet builder advice and top player prop picks. Each section below offers expert insight into the key betting angles.

Game Prediction

We’re forecasting that the two teams will produce a significant combined points total in this college game. Therefore, our pick is to take the -110 that there are Over 136.5 points.

We put solid research behind every basketball pick, starting with recent form and a clear read on injuries. From there, key college hoops stats and advanced metrics help complete the picture and support smarter betting decisions.

Key UCLA vs Iowa stats:

  • The 136.5 line has been covered in the last 7 UCLA games.
  • The 136.5 line has been covered in 8 of the last 10 UCLA games on the road.
  • The 136.5 line has been covered in 14 of the last 20 UCLA games.
  • The 136.5 line has been covered in 18 of the last 20 Iowa games at home.
  • The 136.5 line has been covered in 8 of the last 10 Iowa games at home.

Over 136.5 Probability

The latest odds at the best betting apps suggest our pick carries a 52.4% chance of winning. However, our analysts have this number closer to 60% based on their in-depth research. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this college basketball wager.

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Our Game Prediction
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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Bennett Stirtz Over 17.5 Points -115 BetMGM logo

Bennett Stirtz (Iowa) is available at -115 to rack up Over 17.5 points. It makes sense to bet on him to cover the line when it comes to this Player Points wager.

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Tyler Bilodeau Under 0.5 Assists +185 BetMGM logo

Tyler Bilodeau (UCLA) can be wagered to register Under 0.5 assists at +185. Should you agree with our verdict that the total is too high, you can bet this Player Assists wager.

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Same Game Parlay Picks

Totals Over 136.5
Spread Iowa -6.5
Player Points Bennett Stirtz Over 17.5

We’ve loaded up a same game parlay with the combined picks of Over 136.5, Iowa -6.5 and Bennett Stirtz (Iowa) to score Over 17.5 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.

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Correct Score Prediction

UCLA UCLA logo 66 - 77 Iowa logo Iowa

There are stacks of correct score lines on offer and we’re looking at Iowa to achieve a winning scoreline of 77-66 where a huge potential return is on the cards.

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UCLA vs Iowa 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.

Books Have Iowa as Favorites

With the sportsbooks giving them a 76% probability of winning this college game, Iowa might be a popular parlay pick. That is reflected in their -313 Moneyline betting odds. UCLA are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at +245.

The spread is 6.5 and the total points line is currently 136.5. A Total bet is always available and can often provide value selections. If you fancy Over 136.5, this outcome can be backed at -110.

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Betting Lines & Odds
Bennett Stirtz Favorite to Score the Most Points

Bennett Stirtz is favorite when it comes to hitting the most buckets. You can get -115 that he goes Over 17.5 points or the same odds when it comes to Under.

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Team Stats

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

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Moneyline
  • 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
Moneyline
  • 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 10 wins and 0 defeats in the last 10 home games
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Total Points
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NCAAB Table Select Season

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