UCLA Bruins vs Michigan Wolverines NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 2/14

The UCLA Bruins travel to face the #2 Michigan Wolverines on Saturday at the Crisler Center in Ann Arbor, Michigan. This Big Ten game is set for 12:45 PM ET and will be shown on CBS. Michigan is the favorite with a spread of -16.5, while UCLA is the underdog with a moneyline of +1012.

UCLA holds a season record of 17-7, struggling away with a 3-5 record. Michigan has been strong this season with a 23-1 record, maintaining a 12-1 record at home. The over/under for this game is set at 152.5 points.

UCLA Bruins vs Michigan Wolverines Game Day Info

  • Sport: College Basketball
  • Teams: UCLA Bruins vs Michigan Wolverines
  • Venue: Crisler Center, Ann Arbor MI
  • Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Michigan Wolverines -16.5, UCLA Bruins +16.5

UCLA Bruins Team Preview

The UCLA Bruins hold a 17-7 record this season. They have a strong home record of 14-2 but are 3-5 on the road. Their conference is the Big Ten.

Offensively, the Bruins score an average of 78.8 points per game. They attempt 58 field goals per game with a shooting percentage of 47.2%. Their three-point percentage is 38.5%, which ranks 33rd nationally.

Defensively, the Bruins average 6.5 steals and 3.3 blocks per game. They commit 17.2 fouls per game. Their turnovers per game stand at 8.9.

Michigan Wolverines Team Preview

The Michigan Wolverines are having a great season with a 23-1 record. They stand strong at home with a 12-1 record. Ranked number 2 in the AP poll, the team leads the Big Ten Conference.

The Wolverines score an average of 90.8 points per game. Their field goal percentage is 51.0, which ranks ninth. They also average 42.0 rebounds and 19.3 assists per game.

In recent games, Michigan has shown strong performances. They defeated Northwestern by 12 points and Ohio State by 21 points. Key players like Aday Mara and Yaxel Lendeborg have been consistent contributors.

BTB Betting Pick

The Michigan Wolverines are favored by 16.5 points against the UCLA Bruins. Michigan’s strong offense, scoring 90.8 points per game, is a key factor. UCLA’s defense may struggle to contain them, given their lower steals and blocks per game. The recommendation is to pick Michigan to cover the spread with a projected score of Michigan 92, UCLA 74.

The over/under line is set at 152.5 points. Michigan’s high-scoring games and UCLA’s decent offensive output suggest a high-scoring contest. Considering both teams’ scoring averages, the total is likely to go over. The projected total score is 166 points, making the over the recommended pick.