This is one of the most interesting games of the Sweet 16, as UCLA is set to face Gonzaga on Thursday, Mar. 23. Tip-off is scheduled for 9:45 pm ET while airing on CBS. The UCLA Bruins enter this game as 1.5-point favorites with the total set at 145.5. How will this one play out? Let’s dive into the UCLA vs. Gonzaga predictions below.
UCLA vs. Gonzaga Odds
- Spread: UCLA -1.5
- Total: 145.5
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Game Info
- Date: Thursday, Mar. 23
- Time: 9:45 pm ET
- Location: T-Mobile Arena — Las Vegas, NV
- TV: CBS
UCLA Betting Trends
- Bruins are 5-1-1 ATS in their last 7 games overall.
- Over is 5-2 in Bruins last 7 overall.
- Bruins are 8-3 ATS in their last 11 NCAA Tournament games.
Gonzaga Betting Trends
- Bulldogs are 0-7 ATS in their last 7 NCAA Tournament games.
- Bulldogs are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games following a ATS loss.
- Over is 9-3 in Bulldogs last 12 overall.
UCLA vs. Gonzaga Predictions
This is a classic battle of offense vs. defense. Gonzaga plays fast while ranking first in the nation for adjusted offensive efficiency (per KenPom). UCLA keeps a slow, methodical pace while ranking second in adjusted defensive efficiency. So what gives?
This is going to be a fun, tight game throughout. UCLA has been a top-tier team for the entire season, and Gonzaga is getting hot at the right time. The big news here revolves around the health of UCLA’s frontcourt, as David Singleton and Adem Bona are both questionable for this game. Those two players will be crucial in slowing down Gonzaga star forward Drew Timme, so the Bruins can’t afford to miss one or have them be a step slow.
Ultimately, this is close to a 50-50 game, but it feels like Gonzaga has the upper hand with its recent form (plus the injury situations for UCLA). Let’s take the Zags while getting plus money.
The Pick: Gonzaga moneyline | +115 at FanDuel Sportsbook
