Maryland vs. UCLA Predictions: College Basketball Odds & Picks (Wednesday, Dec. 14)

Maryland Terrapins guard Jahmir Young (1) reacts after making a basket during the game against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Xfinity Center.
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We have an exciting top 25 college basketball matchup, as No. 20 Maryland is set to face No. 16 UCLA on Wednesday, Dec. 14. The game is scheduled for 9 pm ET while airing on FS1. Maryland enters this game as 1-point favorites with the total set at 140.5. How will this one play out? Let’s dive into the Maryland vs. UCLA predictions below.

Maryland vs. UCLA Odds

  • Spread: Maryland -1
  • Total: 140.5

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Game Info

  • Date: Wednesday, Dec. 14
  • Time: 9 pm ET
  • Location: Xfinity Center — College Park, MD
  • TV: FS1

Maryland Betting Trends

  • KenPom Ranking: No. 17
  • Under is 4-0 in Terrapins last 4 overall.
  • Terrapins are 9-1 ATS in their last 10 home games.
  • Terrapins are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 games overall.

UCLA Betting Trends

  • KenPom Ranking: No. 8
  • Bruins are 2-5 ATS in their last 7 games overall.
  • Over is 4-0 in Bruins last 4 road games vs. a team with a winning home record.
  • Over is 5-0 in Bruins last 5 road games.

Maryland vs. UCLA Predictions

UCLA is 7-2 on the season, falling to No. 18 Illinois and No. 11 Baylor. While the Bruins are 7-0 in their other contests, they are still searching for a big win. UCLA has been favored by 10 points or more in all but one victory, and Oregon was the highest-ranked team (No. 39) they have beaten this year.

Maryland started the season hot with an 8-0 record while picking up quality wins over top 25 teams in Miami FL and Illinois. However, the Terps have dropped back-to-back outings against No. 22 Maryland and No. 6 Tennessee. However, neither of those losses came at home, as Wisconsin was on the road and Tennessee was at a neutral site. To that point, Maryland has an excellent chance to bounce back in front of its home fans.

This is a tough matchup for UCLA, who dropped its previous two games against non-conference power five teams. Take Maryland to get back on track.

The Pick: Maryland -1 | -110 at Betway Sportsbook