UCLA vs. USC Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, and Latest Odds
USC hosts UCLA on Saturday night. Can the Trojans limit the Bruins or will the Bruins limit the Trojans? Matt McCuen breaks down this highly anticipated Pac-12 showdown between USC and UCLA.
Matt McCuen - January 27, 2024, 12:00 PM EST
5 minUCLA vs. USC Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, and Latest Odds
The USC Trojans will host the UCLA Bruins on Saturday night from Galen Center.
It has been a disappointing season for both of these teams who would need a miracle to earn an at-large bid into the tournament.
UCLA vs. USC Date, Time, and Where to Watch
- Date: January 27, 2024
- Game Time: 8:00 pm ET
- Where to Watch: ESPN2
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UCLA vs. USC Prediction
UCLA comes into this contest with an 8-11 record.
This is a program that has made the tournament four consecutive seasons, including a final-four appearance.
It is the worst team in the Mick Cronin era.
The Bruins have a 3-5 conference record, winning two out of their three games.
Freshman Sebastian Mack has been one bright spot, leading the team with 13.9 points per game.
Big man Adem Bona leads the squad on the glass with 6.0 rebounds and 12.2 points.
Junior Lazar Stefanovic has added 10.3 points and 5.7 rebounds per game.
The Bruins offense has scored 65.2 points per game while allowing 64.6.
USC comes into this contest with an 8-11 record.
The Trojans have lost four consecutive games, which has pushed their conference record to 2-6, which is the worst in the Pac-12.
USC began the season ranked 21st in the nation.
Veteran guard Boogie Ellis leads the Trojans with 18.7 points and 3.4 assists per game. Ellis has not played since January 10th.
Isaiah Collier is projected to be a lottery pick in the summer. The Atlanta, Georgia, native has averaged 15.4 points and 4.1 assists per game. Similar to Ellis, Collier has not played since January 10th.
Junior Kobe Johnson has added 11.6 points and 4.6 boards.
The Trojans offense has averaged 75.7 points while allowing 75.2.
UCLA vs. USC Pick
Ellis is a true game-time decision, so we are banking on him to suit up today.
Even if Ellis can not go, USC holds the advantage in this game.
UCLA has been brutal on offense this season.
This solid USC defense will do enough to limit the Bruins' production tonight.
Pick: USC ML -155 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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