The second-ranked Michigan Wolverines are on track to maintain their stellar performance as they prepare to face off against the UCLA Bruins this Saturday. With a record of 23 wins and only 1 loss, the Wolverines have recorded the best start in their program’s history after 24 games. Meanwhile, the Bruins, standing at 17-7, are expected to land a No. 10 seed for the upcoming NCAA Tournament, according to the latest projections.

This matchup marks the second encounter between these teams as members of the Big Ten, with Michigan having emerged victorious last year with a score of 94-75 in Los Angeles. It’s worth noting that UCLA defeated Michigan in a narrow Elite Eight finish, taking the game 51-49 in the 2021 NCAA Tournament.

Tip-off is scheduled for 12:45 PM ET, broadcasted on CBS and streamed on Paramount+. Currently, the betting lines favor Michigan at 15.5 points, with an over/under set at 155.5 points. Before placing bets on this game, be sure to review the latest predictions and betting insights from the SportsLine Projection Model.