UCLA vs. Purdue Picks, Odds & Betting Trends - Feb 28, 2025

FULL GAME 1ST HALF 2ND HALF

8:00 PM EST	SPREAD	MONEYLINE	TOTAL
UCLA	+5.5 (-110)	+210	138 (-110)
Purdue	-5.5 (-110)	-260	138 (-110)

8:00 PM EST	SPREAD	MONEYLINE	TOTAL
UCLA	+3 (-110)	+160	65 (-105)
Purdue	-3 (-110)	-190	65 (-115)

8:00 PM EST	SPREAD	MONEYLINE	TOTAL
UCLA	+2.5 (-110)	+150	73 (-110)
Purdue	-2.5 (-110)	-180	73 (-110)

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UCLA vs. Purdue Score, Odds and Line Movement

UCLA

Purdue

Consensus Line Tracking

UCLA	Opening	Closing
Spread	+5	+5.5
Moneyline	+195	+205
Total	140	138

Purdue	Opening	Closing
Spread	-5	-5.5
Moneyline	-245	-255
Total	140	138

SPREAD

UCLA

21 29%

Purdue

52 71%

TOTAL

Over

10 59%

Under

7 41%

UCLA vs. Purdue Game Preview

UCLA and Purdue Basketball Preview - 02-28-2025

On Friday evening at Mackey Arena, two programs long linked by John Wooden meet for the first time as Big Ten rivals for an intense Friday matchup that has tremendous ramifications beyond just John Wooden-related memories; each side vying to finish in the top four and earn themselves double byes into their respective tournaments.

Both teams enter this matchup having suffered recent setbacks: UCLA lost at home against Minnesota while Purdue was humbled by Ohio State on Sunday, leaving both squads searching for answers.

This game could come down to who can play defense better. UCLA ranks second in defensive efficiency among conference schools, but that does not guarantee they can hold off a team that averages over 125 points per 100 possessions on offense.

Purdue stands out as a team that can leverage its elite point guards to cause problems for opposing defenses. Braden Smith stands out as an exceptional playmaker while Trey Kaufman-Renn and Fletcher Loyer can create their own shot opportunities.

As both teams prepare to engage in an aggressive contest, both must do everything possible to avoid turnovers. UCLA must stay away from falling into its old habit of giving away easy points via turnovers while Purdue must remain hyper-focused on taking care of the ball so as to limit fast break and second chance points.

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