<p>The UCLA Bruins will travel to face the Michigan State Spartans on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 8:30 PM ET. The game will take place at the Breslin Center in East Lansing, MI. This Big Ten conference game is an opportunity for UCLA, currently at a 17-8 record, to challenge the Spartans, who are ranked 15th with a 20-5 record.</p> <p>Michigan State is favored by 8.5 points in this matchup. UCLA enters as the underdog with a moneyline of +351, while Michigan State has a moneyline of -495. The over/under is set at 139.5, indicating expectations for a competitive game. Tune in on PEAC to catch the action.</p> <h2>UCLA Bruins vs Michigan State Spartans Game Day Info</h2> <ul><li>Sport: College Basketball</li><li>Teams: UCLA Bruins vs Michigan State Spartans</li><li>Venue: Breslin Center, East Lansing MI</li><li>Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 8:30 PM ET</li><li>Betting Odds: Michigan State Spartans Spread -8.5 (-114), UCLA Bruins Spread +8.5 (-112), Michigan State Spartans MoneyLine -495, UCLA Bruins MoneyLine +351, Over/Under 139.5</li></ul> <h2>UCLA Bruins Team Preview</h2> <p>The UCLA Bruins have shown mixed results in their recent games. They faced a tough loss against Michigan with a score of 86-56. However, they secured wins in their prior games against Washington and Rutgers, with scores of 77-73 and 98-66 respectively. These outcomes reflect their season record of 17-8, with a stronger performance at home compared to away games.</p> <p>The Bruins' offensive stats reveal they score an average of 77.9 points per game. They rank 98th in field goal percentage, hitting 46.8% of their shots. Their three-point shooting stands out, ranking 33rd, with a 38.1% success rate. Defensively, they struggle with steals and blocks, ranking 464th and 503rd respectively.</p> <p>In player stats, Tyler Bilodeau is a key contributor with an average of 17.9 points per game. Trent Perry and Donovan Dent also play vital roles, averaging 12.7 and 13.5 points respectively. The Bruins rely on these players to maintain their performance as they continue their season in the Big Ten conference.</p> <h2>Michigan State Spartans Team Preview</h2> <p>The Michigan State Spartans are coming off a tough game against the Wisconsin Badgers, losing 92-71. In that game, Jeremy Fears Jr. stood out with 14 points and 12 assists. Coen Carr also contributed with 19 points and shot 60% from the field.</p> <p>In their recent home game, the Spartans secured a close win over the Illinois Fighting Illini, 85-82. Jeremy Fears Jr. was pivotal, scoring 26 points and dishing out 15 assists. Jaxon Kohler made an impact on the boards with 16 rebounds.</p> <p>This season, the Spartans are ranked 15th in the AP Poll with a 20-5 record. They have been strong at home, winning 15 out of 17 games. Offensively, they average 78.8 points per game, while Jeremy Fears Jr. leads the team with 15.1 points per game.</p> <h2>BTB Betting Pick</h2> <p>For the spread pick, UCLA at +8.5 is recommended. Despite being the underdog, UCLA's strong 3-point shooting at 38.1% and solid free throw percentage of 76.3% could help them cover the spread. The projected score is Michigan State 80, UCLA 72, keeping the game within the 8.5-point margin.</p> <p>For the over/under pick, the over 139.5 is suggested. Both teams average around 78 points per game, indicating a high-scoring contest. With Michigan State's strong rebounding and assists, combined with UCLA's efficient shooting, the projected total score of 152 points supports the over.</p>

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