UCLA Basketball Vs USC: How To Watch, Odds, Predictions & More

Will UCLA sweep USC?

UCLA basketball will take on USC tonight for the second time this season. UCLA previously defeated USC 65-50 in January.

The Bruins come into this game after a 70-69 loss to Utah last weekend. UCLA came so close to a win but ended their six-game winning streak. Now, the Bruins likely will have to win out or win the Pac-12 tournament to have a shot at making March Madness.

USC is also coming off a brutal loss after falling to Colorado 92-89 in double overtime. The Trojans are now just 10-16 overall and 4-11 in the Pac-12.

Even if UCLA and USC aren't having their best seasons, the crowds will be showing up for the heated rivalry. The game has already sold out. In addition, UCLA students have already formed a long line across campus the morning before the game. Good or not, UCLA-USC will always attract the fans.

.@UCLA students are ready for the 𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝗢𝘂𝘁! 🙌 @uclatheden pic.twitter.com/dHZcIdhsbG

— UCLA Men’s Basketball (@UCLAMBB) February 24, 2024

How to Watch 

UCLA-USC will begin at 7 p.m. PT and will be broadcast on ESPN. The game will also be available to watch on the Fubo TV app.

Odds

UCLA is favored (-4.5) over USC (+4.5). The over/under is set at 133.5, per FanDuel Sportsbook.

Predictions

Lazar Stefanovic and Dylan Andrews led the Bruins in scoring last week against Utah, with Stefanovic putting up 19 and Andrews scoring 15. Still, the Bruins haven't reached 70 points or more in any of the last three games, which has hurt them. The good news is they'll have Sebastian Mack back after he was ejected following an egregious hit at Utah's Branden Carlson.

The Bruins' defense has been key to their success, but getting more points will be key for UCLA to end their season strong.

Still, look for UCLA to be able to get the best of USC at home at Pauley Pavilion. The Bruins' defense should be enough to contain Isaiah Collier and Boogie Ellis.

UCLA 72, USC 64

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The biggest difference between this game compared to the last time these two teams faced off, is the return of Isaiah Collier. Collier missed a large stretch of the season due to a hand injury that had to be surgically repaired. The five-star freshman is a true game-changer for the Trojans and a big reason USC has been playing better over their last few games. Collier averages 16.2 points, 2.8 rebounds and 4.4 assists per game.