UCLA Bruins vs California Golden Bears NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 11/25

The #18 UCLA Bruins are set to play against the California Golden Bears on Tuesday, November 25, 2025. The game will take place at the Chase Center in San Francisco, California, and is a non-conference matchup. Fans can watch the game live on ESPN at 10:00 PM ET.

The UCLA Bruins come into the game with a 5-1 record for the season. They are the favorites with a spread of -8.5. On the other side, the California Golden Bears also hold a 5-1 record. The Golden Bears are the underdogs with a spread of +8.5. Both teams are eager to add another win to their record in this neutral site showdown.

UCLA Bruins vs California Golden Bears Game Day Info

  • Sport: College Basketball
  • Teams: UCLA Bruins vs California Golden Bears
  • Venue: Chase Center, San Francisco CA (Neutral Site)
  • Date: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 10:00 PM ET
  • Betting Odds: UCLA Spread -8.5 (-113), California Spread +8.5 (-111), UCLA MoneyLine -416, California MoneyLine +305, Over/Under 143.5

UCLA Bruins Team Preview

The UCLA Bruins are off to a strong start this season with a record of 5-1. They rank 18th in the AP poll and play in the Big Ten Conference. The team has been perfect at home, winning all five games but has yet to play an away game.

In recent games, the Bruins have shown solid offensive skills. They scored 86 points against Presbyterian, shooting 62.7% from the field. Their leading scorer in that game was Skyy Clark with 22 points, and he made 81.8% of his shots.

UCLA has key players like Skyy Clark, Donovan Dent, and Tyler Bilodeau leading the charge. Clark averages 11.5 points per game, while Dent and Bilodeau contribute 12.6 and 14.8 points, respectively. The team has an effective field goal percentage of 55.2%, which ranks 94th nationally.

California Golden Bears Team Preview

The California Golden Bears have started their season strong with a 5-1 record. They have won all five home games, showing their strength on their own court. In their last game, they secured a win against Sacramento State Hornets, 91-67.

Their offense has been performing well, with an average of 85.2 points per game. Their field goal percentage is 49.2, ranking them 64th. Dai Dai Ames leads the team with 18.8 points per game this season.

Defensively, they have room for improvement, especially in steals and blocks. They average only 5.7 steals per game and 4.5 blocks per game. Despite this, their ability to win games shows their determination and skill on the court.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread pick, taking California at +8.5 (-111) seems like a good choice. UCLA scores 77.8 points per game, while California averages 85.2 points. California’s faster pace with 70.7 possessions per game could keep the game closer than expected, making them a solid pick against the spread.

For the over/under pick, the under 143.5 (-116) appears to be the better option. The projected score suggests a total under this line, with UCLA’s slower pace of 65.4 possessions per game. Their defense, though not exceptional, may limit the scoring to keep the total under 143.5.