California vs. UCLA Prediction, Odds, College Basketball Picks [1/6/2024]

College Basketball action continues on Saturday at 10:00PM ET as California takes on UCLA at Pauley Pavilion.

Dimers.com's full betting preview for Saturday's California vs. UCLA matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

California vs. UCLA Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread

We have used innovative machine learning and data analysis to simulate the outcome of Saturday's College Basketball game between California and UCLA 10,000 times, in keeping with our coverage of College Basketball picks.

Our proven predictive analytics model gives UCLA a 72% chance of beating California, and our predicted final score has UCLA winning 71-65.

According to our model, California (+6.5) has a 51% chance of covering the spread, while the 136.5-point Over/Under has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.

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California vs. UCLA Odds

We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	California	UCLA
Spread	+6.5 (-110)	-6.5 (-110)
Moneyline	+240	-275
Total	o136.5 (-115)	u136.5 (-105)

• UCLA is the -6.5 favorite against California, with -110 at BetMGM Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the underdog California (+6.5) to cover the spread, BetMGM also has the best odds currently on the market at -110.
• FanDuel Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for UCLA at -275. That means you can risk $275 to win $100 for a total payout of $375 if it gets the W.
• Elsewhere, BetMGM currently has the best moneyline odds for California at +240, where you can bet $100 to profit $240, earning a total payout of $340 if it wins.
• The Over/Under for total points scored is set at 136.5 with BetMGM, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -115, as well as the best odds for the Under at -105.

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

As always, make sure you check the sportsbooks you can bet with in your state for the best College Basketball odds and lines.

California vs. UCLA Picks

By comparing our predictions to the odds listed above, we have determined the best betting picks for this game:

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Spread	California +6.5	-110
Moneyline	California	+240
Total	Under 136.5	-105

While UCLA is more likely to win the game, betting on California moneyline is the best option due to the edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the betting odds currently on offer.

Taking advantage of the edges seen here at Dimers is crucial to achieving long-term profitability as a sports bettor.

Our College Basketball best bets are based on world-class modeling and betting intelligence to bring you the best possible plays every day of the year.

Remember, our model updates frequently, so keep an eye on this page for any changes to our betting analysis before California vs. UCLA on Saturday January 6, 2024.

California vs. UCLA Game Information

Saturday's game between UCLA and California in College Basketball at Pauley Pavilion is scheduled to commence at 10:00PM ET.

• Who: California vs. UCLA
• Date: Saturday January 6, 2024
• Time: 10:00PM ET / 7:00PM PT
• Venue: Pauley Pavilion

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Conclusion

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