Tennessee Volunteers vs. UCLA Bruins: March Madness Predictions for 2025 Tournament
The SportsLine Projection Model predicts the outcome for the NCAA Tournament matchup between the Volunteer and the Bruins.
The No. 2 seed Tennessee Volunteers are set to clash with the No. 7 seed UCLA Bruins during the NCAA Tournament’s second round on Saturday evening.
Tennessee defeated No. 15 seed Wofford 77-62, while UCLA triumphed over No. 10 seed Utah State with a dominant 72-47 victory.
Matchup Details
- Venue: Rupp Arena, Lexington
- Time: Approximately 9:40 p.m. ET
Latest Odds: The Volunteers are favored by 5.5 points with an over/under of 131.5 points.
Why Tennessee Can Cover: Tennessee’s regular season included several significant victories, establishing a strong presence in one of the nation’s toughest conferences. Led by senior guard Chaz Lanier, who scored 29 points against Wofford, Tennessee continues to perform well under pressure. Zeigler also adds experience, contributing significantly in scoring and assists.
Why UCLA Can Cover: Despite facing a rocky start to the season, the Bruins rebounded strongly with a solid finish, highlighted by a commanding performance against Utah State. Their shooting efficiency and team balance suggest they remain formidable opponents.
Expert Predictions: The SportsLine Projection Model predicts a total of 139 combined points in this matchup, and readers can check SportsLine for more insights and predictions on this key game.
