Ohio State vs UCLA Basketball Odds

The Buckeyes will play the Bruins on Saturday, December 16th, 2023. Your timezone's tip off time is 3:00 pm EST. Check local listings or your nearest streaming app for coverage.

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Key Matchup Stats

The Ohio State and UCLA basketball teams will play on Saturday, December 16th, 2023 as the 2023-24 college basketball season continues to roll along. Now that both teams have a few games under their belts, let’s size up this matchup by looking at some performance metrics and key stats.

  • SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - Ohio State currently has a 98.00 conference power ranking so far in the 2023-24 season. The SportsBetting3.com conference power ranking for UCLA is 96.67.
  • Away Ohio State - Ohio State heads into this game with a 0-1 record as an away team, ranking them 3rd in the Big Ten Conference for away team wins.
  • Home UCLA - UCLA will host Ohio State sporting a 4-0 record as a home team. They currently rank 4th in the Pac-12 Conference for home team wins for the 2023-24 season.
  • Conference Win Percentage - Ohio State currently ranks 2nd (0.500) in the Big Ten Conference, with UCLA now standing 1st (0.000) for their conference win percentage in the 2023 Pac-12 Conference for the 2023-24 college basketball season.
  • Overall Win Percentage - Ohio State has a 0.800 overall win percentage. Their opponent, UCLA, has a 0.625 overall win percentage.
  • Team Records - Ohio State has a 8-2 regular season overall record. UCLA has notched a 5-3 standing so far in the 2023-24 college basketball season.

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Ladies and gentlemen, gather 'round for a magical clash on December 16th, 2023. The Ohio State Buckeyes, with an 8-2 overall standing, are ready to cast their spell against the UCLA Bruins, who stand at 5-3.

In this enchanting dance of college basketball, conference records hold the key to seeds in the tournament. Ohio State's 1-1 in the Big Ten while UCLA remains at 0-0 in the Pac-12.

Beware, for Ohio State has recently fallen victim to a losing streak. However, their opponent, UCLA, also carries the weight of defeat in their recent past.

Our point spread, total, and moneyline tables show the best lines and odds for this matchup. So, wizards and witches, take a chance and place a bet at BetMGM, BetWay, or Betrivers.

Before you make your decision, review each team's futures odds and current standings below. May the magic of the game guide your choices as these two teams face off in a battle of skill and strategy.

Best Buckeyes at Bruins Odds


Best Point Spread Betting Odds
Underdog

UCLA
Favorite

Ohio State
Ohio State has a -1.5 -110 point spread at BetMGM OH. They are the point spread favorite in this matchup. UCLA has a +1.5 -110 point spread at BetMGM OH. UCLA is the point spread underdog. Review how to bet on a point spread with our text and video tutorials.

Best Total Betting Odds
OverUnder
BetMGM has the best over line of 132.5 points. Risk $110 to win $100. BetMGM has the best under line of 132.5 points. Risk $110 to win $100. Our tutorial explains more about total bets.

Best Moneyline Betting Odds
Underdog

UCLA
Favorite

Ohio State
Ohio State is the -125 moneyline favorite. Risk $125 to win $100 on Ohio State at BetMGM. UCLA is the +105 underdog at BetMGM. Risk $100 to win $105 on UCLA. Learn more about how to bet on money lines.

Matchup Odds FAQs

What is the point spread for the Ohio State vs UCLA College Basketball game on Saturday, December 16th, 2023?

Ohio State is a -1.5 -110 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while UCLA is a +1.5 -110 point spread underdog at BetMGM.

What is the over-under total line for the Ohio State vs UCLA College Basketball game on Saturday, December 16th, 2023?

The best over line is 132.5 -110 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 132.5 -110 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the under.

What is the moneyline for the Ohio State vs UCLA College Basketball game on Saturday, December 16th, 2023?

Ohio State is a -125 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and UCLA is a +105 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.

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College Basketball Odds and Outcomes Explained

Game
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Ohio State
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Underdog UCLA - UCLA bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.

A +1.5 UCLA underdog bet wins if they lose by 1, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 2 or more.

Favorite Ohio State - Ohio State bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.

A -1.5 Ohio State favorite bet wins if they win by 2 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 1, tie, or lose outright.

Ohio State at UCLA Prop Bets

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College Basketball Prop Bets
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Ohio State
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UCLA
First to 10 Points
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First to 15 Points
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-110-125Bet
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Game to Overtime
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Team Standings

2023-2024 College Basketball Regular Season Standings - Ohio State, UCLA
Team W-L Win% Home Away Conf CGB Conf% Strk
Big Ten
Ohio State22-140.61115-52-89-11+80.450L1
Pac-12
UCLA16-170.4859-75-610-10+50.500L1

Ohio State & UCLA Futures Odds

Latest College Basketball Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review March Madness odds for other teams and learn how to bet on the college basketball tournament. Also be sure to read Ron Halfback's Final Four write-up.

Ohio State Championship Odds
2024-25 Ohio State NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament Odds

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UCLA Championship Odds
2024-25 UCLA NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament Odds

Team
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Ohio State & UCLA Team Pages

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How to Bet on the Game

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How to Bet on the Ohio State vs UCLA College Basketball Game

  1. Open a new sports betting account before game time.

    Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Saturday, December 16th, 2023 at 3:00 pm EST, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.

  2. Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.

    Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.

  3. Tap to the sportsbook's College Basketball page, look for the Ohio State vs UCLA Game.

    Navigate to the sportsbook's College Basketball page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Ohio State vs UCLA Game.

  4. Choose your bet and place a wager.

    Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.

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