Expect a fast-paced game when the Southern Utah Thunderbirds (2-1) head to UCLA to play the Bruins (3-0). The game can be seen on Pac-12 Network at 11 p.m. ET on Monday, November 18, 2019.
Southern Utah Thunderbirds vs. UCLA Bruins Betting Odds
In their last contest, the Bruins were victorious over the UNLV Runnin’ Rebels, 71-54, while the Thunderbirds lost to the BYU Cougars, 68-63.
UCLA played a nearly perfect game. They had a free throw rate of 0.265 and an effective field goal percentage of 0.592. For those same stats, UNLV had marks of 0.053 and 0.447, respectively. Southern Utah, meanwhile, had a better effective field goal percentage (0.500 vs. 0.450). UCLA received a boost from Chris Smith, who recorded 16 points and eight rebounds. Meanwhile, John Knight III played a key role for Southern Utah with 22 points and six rebounds.
There should be a fair amount of transition offense in this showdown that showcases a pair of the country’s more fast-breaking teams. UCLA ranks 35th in possessions per game (73.1) and Southern Utah is 15th (74.4) dating back to last season.
Southern Utah Thunderbirds vs. UCLA Bruins Betting Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Ucla, ATS Winner – Southern Utah, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- UCLA ranks eighth in rebounds per game (40.8) while Southern Utah ranks 245th in rebounds allowed per game (36.5).
- The Bruins rank 62nd in blocks per game (4.2) while the Thunderbirds rank 178th in blocks allowed per game (3.5).
- Southern Utah ranks 161st in steals per game (6.2) while UCLA ranks 209th in steals allowed per game (6.8).
- The Thunderbirds average 23.2 three pointers per game, which ranks 126th in the NCAA. The Bruins rank 305th in three pointers allowed per game (26.7).
- Southern Utah ranks 126th in assists allowed per game (12.6) while UCLA ranks 292nd (16.1).
