UCLA Bruins vs Northwestern Wildcats predictions, Jan 24, 2026

Jan 24, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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In a highly anticipated NCAA College Basketball matchup, the UCLA Bruins will face off against the Northwestern Wildcats on January 24, 2026. The game will take place at UCLA’s home court, where they will look to capitalize on their recent form, having won 3 of their last 5 matches. On the other hand, the Northwestern Wildcats have struggled recently, securing only 1 victory in their last 5 games.

Looking at the bookmakers’ odds, the UCLA Bruins are the clear favorites with odds of 1.29 for a home win, while the Northwestern Wildcats are underdogs with odds of 3.49 for an away victory.

Tactically, the UCLA Bruins have shown strength in their offensive prowess and ability to control the game tempo. Meanwhile, the Northwestern Wildcats will need to focus on tightening up their defense and executing their plays efficiently to stand a chance against their formidable opponents.

With both teams showing different patterns in recent form, this matchup promises to be an exciting and unpredictable one. It will be interesting to see how each team adjusts their tactics and performs on the day.

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UCLA
73.3%		 Northwestern
26.7%

Outrights of NCAA College Basketball UCLA: 0.41%

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Betting Odds

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MarathonBet 1.23 3.97
WilliamHill 1.27 3.7
Pinnacle 1.34 2.88
Best for US Customers 1.28 3.5

Latest Results

20.01.26 UCLA Bruins basketball – Purdue Boilermakers basketball – 69:67
17.01.26 Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – UCLA Bruins basketball – 86:74
14.01.26 Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – UCLA Bruins basketball – 60:71
10.01.26 UCLA Bruins basketball – Maryland Terrapins basketball – 67:55
06.01.26 Wisconsin Badgers basketball – UCLA Bruins basketball – 80:72		 21.01.26 USC Trojans basketball – Northwestern Wildcats basketball – 68:74
17.01.26 Northwestern Wildcats basketball – Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – 58:77
14.01.26 Northwestern Wildcats basketball – Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – 68:79
11.01.26 Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – Northwestern Wildcats basketball – 77:75 OT
08.01.26 Michigan State Spartans basketball – Northwestern Wildcats basketball – 76:66

Facts

  • In recent matches, UCLA has shown inconsistent form (last 5 games: 3 wins).
  • Northwestern has been struggling lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • Northwestern may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • In this match, UCLA is seen as the favorite.
  • In the last 3 head-to-head matches, UCLA won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 236:211. (average 78.7:70.3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, UCLA won 2 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 163:142. (average 81.5:71).

    Latest Head To Head

    03.03.25 Northwestern Wildcats basketball – UCLA Bruins basketball – 69:73
    18.03.23 UCLA Bruins basketball – Northwestern Wildcats basketball – 68:63
    29.11.13 UCLA Bruins basketball – Northwestern Wildcats basketball – 95:79

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 5 (9.78%)

    2. Michigan Tech: 5 (9.78%)

    3. Arizona Wildcats: 6.3 (7.76%)

    4. Connecticut Huskies: 11.6 (4.21%)

    5. Houston Cougars: 12 (4.07%)

    6. Duke Blue Devils: 12.8 (3.82%)

    7. Purdue Boilermakers: 13 (3.76%)

    8. Iowa State: 16.6 (2.94%)

    9. Florida Gators: 17.4 (2.81%)

    10. Illinois Fighting Illini: 19.8 (2.47%)

    11. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 20 (2.44%)

    12. Brigham Young: 27 (1.81%)

    13. Kansas Jayhawks: 31 (1.58%)

    14. Vanderbilt Commodores: 33.4 (1.46%)

    15. Michigan State Spartans W: 34 (1.44%)

    16. Michigan State: 34.5 (1.42%)

    17. Texas Tech: 37 (1.32%)

    18. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 40 (1.22%)

    19. Arkansas State: 41 (1.19%)

    20. Alabama Crimson Tide: 43 (1.14%)

    21. Arkansas Razorbacks: 46 (1.06%)

    22. Virginia Cavaliers: 47 (1.04%)

    23. St. Johns Sonics: 50 (0.98%)

    24. Louisville: 58.2 (0.84%)

    25. St. Johns Red Storm: 60.25 (0.81%)

    26. North Carolina: 64.2 (0.76%)

    27. Kentucky Wildcats: 68.2 (0.72%)

    28. Tennessee Volunteers: 80.2 (0.61%)

    29. VCU Rams: 100 (0.49%)

    30. Boise State: 100 (0.49%)

    31. UC Irvine: 100 (0.49%)

    32. Dayton Flyers: 100 (0.49%)

    33. High Point: 100 (0.49%)

    34. Wake Forest: 100 (0.49%)

    35. UC San Diego: 100 (0.49%)

    36. George Mason: 100 (0.49%)

    37. St. Marys (CA): 100 (0.49%)

    38. McNeese State: 100 (0.49%)

    39. Utah State: 100 (0.49%)

    40. Penn State: 100 (0.49%)

    41. Yale: 100 (0.49%)

    42. Georgetown: 100 (0.49%)

    43. Murray State: 100 (0.49%)

    44. Troy: 100 (0.49%)

    45. Akron Zips: 100 (0.49%)

    46. Saint Marys: 100 (0.49%)

    47. Boston College: 100 (0.49%)

    48. Saint-Louis: 100 (0.49%)

    49. California Maritime: 100 (0.49%)

    50. Georgetown Hoyas W: 100 (0.49%)

    51. Miami Hurricanes W: 100 (0.49%)

    52. UC San Diego Tritons W: 100 (0.49%)

    53. Clemson: 105.2 (0.46%)

    54. Iowa Hawkeyes: 105.2 (0.46%)

    55. Georgia Bulldogs: 115.2 (0.42%)

    56. Indiana Hoosiers: 120.2 (0.41%)

    57. Wisconsin Badgers: 120.2 (0.41%)

    58. SMU Mustangs: 120.2 (0.41%)

    59. UCLA: 120.2 (0.41%)

    60. NC State: 120.2 (0.41%)

    61. St. Louis Billikens: 125.25 (0.39%)

    62. Villanova Wildcats: 130.2 (0.38%)

    63. Baylor Bears: 130.2 (0.38%)

    64. Auburn Tigers: 130.2 (0.38%)

    65. Texas Longhorns: 130.2 (0.38%)

    66. Texas A&M: 130.2 (0.38%)

    67. Miami (FL): 137.75 (0.35%)

    68. UCF Knights: 150.2 (0.33%)

    69. Seton Hall Pirates: 150.2 (0.33%)

    70. Ohio State Buckeyes: 150.2 (0.33%)

    71. San Diego State: 150.2 (0.33%)

    72. Missouri Tigers: 150.2 (0.33%)

    73. USC Trojans: 150.2 (0.33%)

    74. Virginia Tech: 180.2 (0.27%)

    75. TCU: 180.2 (0.27%)

    76. Creighton: 180.2 (0.27%)

    77. Oklahoma Sooners: 180.2 (0.27%)

    78. Stanford Cardinal: 180.2 (0.27%)

    79. Oklahoma State: 180.2 (0.27%)

    80. LSU: 230.2 (0.21%)

    81. Kansas State: 230.2 (0.21%)

    82. West Virginia: 230.2 (0.21%)

    83. New Mexico: 230.2 (0.21%)

    84. Butler Bulldogs: 230.2 (0.21%)

    85. Oregon Ducks: 230.2 (0.21%)

    86. Ole Miss Rebels: 262.75 (0.19%)

    87. Maryland Terrapins: 280.2 (0.17%)

    88. South Carolina Gamecocks: 280.2 (0.17%)

    89. Marquette: 280.2 (0.17%)

    90. Colorado State: 280.2 (0.17%)

    91. Memphis Tigers: 280.2 (0.17%)

    92. Pittsburgh Panthers: 280.2 (0.17%)

    93. Washington Huskies: 280.2 (0.17%)

    94. Colorado: 280.2 (0.17%)

    95. Utah Utes: 280.2 (0.17%)

    96. Northwestern Wildcats: 280.2 (0.17%)

    97. Notre Dame: 280.2 (0.17%)

    98. Syracuse Orange: 280.2 (0.17%)

    99. Xavier Musketeers: 280.2 (0.17%)

    100. Mississippi St.: 280.2 (0.17%)

    101. Cincinnati Bearcats: 280.2 (0.17%)

    102. Georgia Tech: 280.2 (0.17%)

    103. DePaul Blue Demons: 280.2 (0.17%)

    104. Providence Friars: 280.2 (0.17%)

    105. Arizona State: 280.2 (0.17%)

    106. Miami (Ohio): 280.2 (0.17%)

    107. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 280.2 (0.17%)

    108. Florida State: 280.2 (0.17%)

    109. California Golden Bears: 325.25 (0.15%)

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