UCLA Bruins vs Iowa Hawkeyes NCAAB Betting Prediction
PublishedJanuary 3, 2026,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:January 3, 2026 ,

NCAAB UCLA Bruins vs Iowa Hawkeyes Prediction 1/3

The UCLA Bruins will take on the #25 Iowa Hawkeyes on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at 6:00 PM ET. The game will be held at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, IA, as part of a Big Ten conference matchup. Iowa is favored with a spread of -6.5, while UCLA is the underdog with a spread of +6.5. The game will be broadcast on PEAC.

UCLA vs. Iowa Betting Prediction

  • Spread Prediction: Iowa -6.5. Iowa is strong at home with a 10-0 record. They also have a solid ATS record of 10-3, making them a good pick to cover the spread.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Over 138.5. Both teams score over 81 points per game, and their recent trends show a tendency to hit the over.

Team Trends

  • The game will be held at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, IA.
  • Iowa Hawkeyes are favored with a spread of -6.5.
  • UCLA Bruins have won 7 out of their last 10 games straight up.
  • Iowa Hawkeyes have a perfect 11-0 record as favorites this season.
  • The over/under for the game is set at 138.5.

UCLA vs Iowa Preview

The UCLA Bruins are set to play against the Iowa Hawkeyes on Saturday evening. UCLA has had a strong start to the season with a 10-3 record. They have been particularly successful at home, winning 9 out of 10 games. However, their away record stands at 1-2, which might be a challenge as they head to Iowa City.

Iowa, ranked #25, holds an 11-2 record and remains unbeaten at home. They have been dominant in recent games, including a 28-point win over Massachusetts-Lowell. The Hawkeyes are the favorites with a -6.5 spread. Both teams are part of the Big Ten, making this a significant conference game. Fans can catch the action on PEAC at 6:00 PM ET.

Iowa Hawkeyes: Strong at Home

The Iowa Hawkeyes have been strong this season with an 11-2 record. They are undefeated at home with a 10-0 record. This gives them confidence going into their next game. In recent games, Iowa has shown high scoring ability. They scored 90 points against Massachusetts-Lowell and 94 against Bucknell. Their offensive strength is evident in their high field goal percentages. Key players for Iowa include Bennett Stirtz and Alvaro Folgueiras. Stirtz leads with 17.1 points per game, while Folgueiras contributes with 9.5 points per game. Their performances are crucial for Iowa’s success.

UCLA Bruins: Road Challenges Await

The UCLA Bruins have a record of 10-3 this season. They have played well at home with a 9-1 record. However, their away record is 1-2, which shows they face challenges on the road. In recent games, UCLA has scored high points. They scored 97 against UC Riverside and 108 against Cal Poly. Tyler Bilodeau and Skyy Clark are key players, with Bilodeau averaging 19 points per game. UCLA’s offense averages 81.7 points per game. They have a good field goal percentage of 48.9%. Their three-point shooting stands at 39.8%, ranking them 27th nationally.

Final Betting Pick

Iowa’s strong home record of 10-0 makes them a solid choice to cover the -6.5 spread. They have shown consistency at home, which is reflected in their 10-3 ATS record. This trend indicates that they often perform well against the spread, especially on their home court.

The over/under prediction of over 138.5 is supported by both teams’ scoring abilities. UCLA averages 81.7 points per game, while Iowa scores 81.2 points per game. With both teams having high-scoring offenses, the likelihood of a high-scoring game increases, making the over a favorable pick.

All odds are courtesy of Action247 Sportsbook. Good luck!!

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