Bet on UCLA to surpass Purdue's score in their away game, given Purdue's rank as #20.
Friday Night Face-Off: UCLA vs. Purdue
The anticipation is high for the Big 10 matchup between the #20 Purdue Boilermakers and the UCLA Bruins this Friday. Despite a 5.5-point spread in favor of Purdue, doubts linger due to their recent four-game losing streak.
UCLA vs. Boilermakers Showdown
Despite Purdue's skid, UCLA offers a promising opportunity for bettors. In their last five games, UCLA has covered the spread in four, boasting an impressive 16-11-1 against-the-spread (ATS) record this season. Meanwhile, the Bruins have claimed nine wins in their last eleven games straight-up.
For those rooting for Purdue, things don't look bright with their five losses against the spread in their previous nine games.
UCLA's Big 10 ATS record ranks third, making them a reliable choice for those placing wagers.
Back the Bruins
Those eager to support UCLA can easily do so through various California sports betting sites, such as Bovada Sportsbook. Bovada has been offering sports betting in Los Angeles for over a decade, including all odds on UCLA. Signing up can also earn bettors a $250 first deposit match bonus.
Insights
Purdue's recent struggles might continue, with experts predicting only two conference wins for the season[3]. Conversely, UCLA's strong ATS performance and solid win total set around 5.5 wins (with odds favoring the under)[1][2] suggest they might overperform expectations. As a result, UCLA seems more likely to cover the spread in this matchup, especially if Purdue's performance mirrors their recent woes.
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Sports betting enthusiasts can find UCLA as a promising opportunity against Purdue in their upcoming matchup, given the Bruins' impressive 4-1 ATS record in their last five games and their third-best Big 10 ATS record this season. For those supporting UCLA, legal betting sites in California, such as Bovada Sportsbook, offer various options to place bets on the Bruins with odds available for the game. Keep in mind that Purdue might continue their recent struggles with only two conference wins expected for the season, while UCLA's performance seems likely to overperform expectations with a solid win total around 5.5 wins (with odds favoring the under).
