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Illinois Fighting Illini vs UCLA Bruins Betting Trends

Updated:Feb 21, 2026 1:20 AM EST

The upcoming basketball showdown on February 21, 2026, features the Illinois Fighting Illini visiting the UCLA Bruins at Pauley Pavilion in Los Angeles, CA. This highly anticipated NCAAB regular season game offers compelling betting trends and game insights to consider before placing your wager.

Illinois enters this matchup with a robust 22-5 straight-up record and an impressive 17-10 against the spread (ATS), showcasing their ability to cover the odds even on the road with an 8-3 ATS away record. They average 84.8 points per game, shooting 46.7% from the field and a solid 35.9% from beyond the arc. Defensively, Illinois allows 66.4 points per game and boasts a defensive rating of 102.3. Their starting lineup features key contributors who have consistently impacted recent games.

Conversely, UCLA holds a 17-9 straight-up record but struggles ATS at 10-16, particularly at home with a 7-9 ATS record. The Bruins average 77.2 points per game, shooting 46.4% overall and an impressive 37.8% from three-point range. Defensively, they concede 66.5 points per game with a defensive rating of 106.7. Despite some recent losses, UCLA’s shooting efficiency and home-court advantage at Pauley Pavilion, where this game will be televised on FOX, make them a formidable opponent.

The point spread favors Illinois by 6.5 points, with the total set at 146 points. These odds reflect Illinois’ strong recent performances, including a commanding 101-65 victory over USC. Bettors should note Illinois’ ability to control pace and score efficiently against tough defenses, while UCLA’s shooting prowess from deep could keep the game close. This matchup’s betting trends and game stats provide valuable insights to make an informed wager. For a deeper look, check out their previous matchup on February 11, 2025 where Illinois edged UCLA 83-78.

For the best betting options, explore current odds at BetOnline and capitalize on expert betting trends for Illinois Fighting Illini vs UCLA Bruins.

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17-11 (41st)Against the Spread11-16 (317th)

8-4Home / Away8-9

22-6 (32nd)Straight Up18-9 (81st)

9-3Home / Away15-2

+1.5Straight Up Units-1.8

+3.4Home / Away+3.7

12-16Over / Under13-14

6-6Home / Away8-9

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85.1Points77.9

28.6Field Goals Made27.2

61.6Field Goals Attempted58.3

46%Field Goal Percentage46%

11.33 Point Field Goals Made7.7

31.63 Point Field Goals Attempted20.4

35%3 Point Field Goal Percentage37%

16.6Free Throws Made15.7

20.9Free Throws Attempted20.6

79%Free Throw Percentage76%

38.2Rebounds29.2

12.3Offensive Rebounds8.6

26Defensive Rebounds20.6

14.9Assists15.5

8.9Turnovers8.8

3.7Steals6.4

4.9Blocks3.2

13.3Personal Fouls17.5

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Memphis 12-14 67% -4 -120BetOnline
Personalize your notifications and get updates on the teams, players or events you care about most. SUN 02/2212:00 PM Niagara 7-20 0% -1 -108Heritage
Rider 3-23 100% +1 -107BetOnline
Personalize your notifications and get updates on the teams, players or events you care about most. SUN 02/2212:00 PM Boston University 13-15 - -1 -116Bookmaker
Lehigh 12-16 - +1½ -108Heritage
Personalize your notifications and get updates on the teams, players or events you care about most. SUN 02/2212:00 PM American University 15-13 - -4 -108Heritage
Lafayette 9-19 - +4½ -110Bovada
Personalize your notifications and get updates on the teams, players or events you care about most. SUN 02/2212:00 PM Holy Cross 9-19 - +3 -108Heritage
Bucknell 8-20 - -2½ -115Bovada
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Detroit Mercy 13-13 50% -1 -105BetOnline
Personalize your notifications and get updates on the teams, players or events you care about most. SUN 02/221:00 PM Ohio State 17-9 0% +10 -108Heritage
#15Michigan State 21-5 100% -9½ -116Bookmaker
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Merrimack 19-9 100% -7½ -108Heritage
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Marist 17-10 100% -8 -108Heritage
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Youngstown State 14-14 100% -3 -108Heritage
Personalize your notifications and get updates on the teams, players or events you care about most. SUN 02/222:00 PM Rice 11-15 - +5½ -108Heritage
Tulane 16-10 - -5½ -105Bovada
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Siena 18-10 100% -5 -110MyBookie
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Drexel 14-14 0% +2½ -115BetOnline
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Quinnipiac 18-10 - -6 -108Heritage
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Wright State 18-10 100% -4 +100BetOnline
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Cleveland State 10-18 0% +3 -110Bovada
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Mount St. Mary's 13-15 - -7½ -108Heritage
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Oakland 14-14 100% -7½ -108Heritage
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North Texas 15-12 - -2 -121Bookmaker
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#24Wisconsin 18-8 0% -2½ -110BetAnything
Personalize your notifications and get updates on the teams, players or events you care about most. SUN 02/224:00 PM UTSA 5-21 0% +22½ -108Heritage
Tulsa 21-6 100% -22½ -104Bookmaker
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Illinois Fighting Illini vs UCLA Bruins Betting Trends

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UCLA

TEAM MATCHUP

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UCLA

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