UCLA Bruins Defeat Arizona State Sun Devils 90-77
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:45 PM ET · Pauley Pavilion
UCLA Bruins 90, Arizona State Sun Devils 77, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Arizona State Sun Devils vs UCLA Bruins?
UCLA Bruins beat Arizona State Sun Devils 90-77 at Pauley Pavilion on December 17, 2025.
Who was favored in Arizona State Sun Devils vs UCLA Bruins?
UCLA Bruins were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -550 (about 85% implied). The favorite won.
The UCLA Bruins secured a decisive victory over the Arizona State Sun Devils with a final score of 90-77 at Pauley Pavilion. This matchup showcased two teams with strong records, as UCLA entered the game with an 8-3 record at home and Arizona State holding a 9-3 record overall. The Bruins' performance was particularly notable given their recent form, having won seven of their last ten games, despite a recent loss to Gonzaga. They averaged 76.7 points scored and 66.7 points allowed during this stretch. In contrast, the Sun Devils were on a three-game winning streak, with an impressive average of 80.7 points scored and 74.6 points allowed over their last ten games.
At home, UCLA has been formidable, boasting a home record of 6-1, while Arizona State has excelled in away games, maintaining a perfect 3-0 record on the road. The Bruins' last five games showed a record of 3-2, with an average of 77.2 points scored and 70.2 points allowed, indicating a slight dip in their defensive performance. Meanwhile, Arizona State's last five games yielded a 4-1 record, with an average of 83.2 points scored and 75.8 points allowed, reflecting their offensive prowess.
The matchup was also significant given the historical context, as both teams have faced off multiple times in the past. However, this specific game highlighted the current strengths and weaknesses of each team rather than their historical battles. The injury situation was not detailed in the block, so it remains unclear how health impacted either team's performance.
Betting odds from DraftKings favored UCLA, with a spread of -9.5 and a total set at 142.5. The Bruins were priced at -550 for the money line, while Arizona State was at 410, indicating a strong belief in UCLA's capacity to win this game. These odds reflect the market's perception of UCLA as the stronger team, particularly given their home advantage.
The conditions at Pauley Pavilion were conducive to a high-scoring game, and viewers were treated to a display of skill and strategy from both teams. Key scoring plays included Tyler Bilodeau's impressive three-point jumper and subsequent free throws, which helped maintain UCLA's lead in the second half. The Bruins demonstrated their ability to capitalize on free throw opportunities, with multiple players contributing to their scoring in critical moments.
Overall, the game was a testament to UCLA's strength at home and their ability to perform under pressure, while Arizona State's recent form showed they could compete but ultimately fell short. The final score of 90-77 highlighted the Bruins' offensive capabilities and their capacity to control the game, especially in the closing moments.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UCLA -9.5 | 142.5 o -115 / u -105 | Arizona State Sun Devils +410 · UCLA Bruins -550 |
Leaders
- PointsDonovan Dent20UCLA Bruins
- AssistsSkyy Clark5UCLA Bruins
- ReboundsEric Dailey Jr.6UCLA Bruins
- PointsAnthony Johnson20Arizona State Sun Devils
- AssistsMaurice Odum9Arizona State Sun Devils
- ReboundsMassamba Diop7Arizona State Sun Devils
Recent form
UCLA Bruins
Last 10: 7-3Streak L176.7 scored · 66.7 allowed per game6-1 at home
- L72-82at Gonzaga BulldogsDec 14
- W74-63vs Oregon DucksDec 6
- W82-80at Washington HuskiesDec 4
- L72-80at California Golden BearsNov 26
- W86-46vs Presbyterian Blue HoseNov 22
- W79-48vs Sacramento State HornetsNov 19
- L65-69vs Arizona WildcatsNov 15
- W83-62vs West Georgia WolvesNov 11
- W74-63vs Pepperdine WavesNov 8
- W80-74vs Eastern Washington EaglesNov 4
Arizona State Sun Devils
Last 10: 8-2Streak W380.7 scored · 74.6 allowed per game3-0 away
- W82-79at Santa Clara BroncosDec 14
- W73-48vs Northern Arizona LumberjacksDec 10
- W86-70vs Oklahoma SoonersDec 7
- L75-88vs USC TrojansNov 26
- W100-94vs Washington State CougarsNov 26
- W87-86at Texas LonghornsNov 25
- W83-76at Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsNov 21
- W75-62vs Georgia State PanthersNov 18
- L65-77vs Gonzaga BulldogsNov 15
- W81-66vs Utah Tech TrailblazersNov 9
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 36-3 | - | 16-2 |
| Houston | 30-7 | 2 | 14-4 |
| Iowa State | 29-8 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Kansas | 24-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Texas Tech | 23-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| TCU | 23-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| BYU | 23-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| UCF | 21-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| West Virginia | 21-14 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Cincinnati | 18-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Colorado | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Arizona State | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma State | 20-15 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Baylor | 17-17 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Kansas State | 12-20 | 13 | 3-15 |
| Utah | 10-22 | 14 | 2-16 |
| Michigan | 37-3 | - | 19-1 |
| Nebraska | 28-7 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Michigan State | 27-8 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Illinois | 28-9 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Wisconsin | 24-11 | 5 | 14-6 |
| Purdue | 30-9 | 6 | 13-7 |
| UCLA | 24-12 | 6 | 13-7 |
| Ohio State | 21-13 | 7 | 12-8 |
| Iowa | 24-13 | 9 | 10-10 |
| Indiana | 18-14 | 10 | 9-11 |
| Minnesota | 15-18 | 11 | 8-12 |
| USC | 18-14 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Washington | 16-17 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Rutgers | 14-20 | 13 | 6-14 |
| Northwestern | 15-19 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Oregon | 12-20 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Maryland | 12-21 | 15 | 4-16 |
| Penn State | 12-20 | 16 | 3-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Arizona State Sun Devils | UCLA Bruins |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-60 | 29-62 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 4-26 | 14-26 |
| Three-point % | 15 | 54 |
| Free throws | 25-26 | 18-22 |
| Free throw % | 96 | 82 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 24 |
| Assists | 15 | 19 |
| Steals | 7 | 8 |
| Blocks | 1 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 18 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 26 |
| Fouls | 19 | 24 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 16 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 98 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half46-57Santiago Trouet makes layup (Maurice Odum assists)
- 2nd Half46-58Xavier Booker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-59Xavier Booker makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-59Allen Mukeba makes layup
- 2nd Half49-59Anthony Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-59Anthony Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-59Anthony Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-59Anthony Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-61Donovan Dent makes layup
- 2nd Half55-61Andrija Grbović makes 23-foot three point jumper (Maurice Odum assists)
- 2nd Half55-63Brandon Williams makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half57-63Anthony Johnson makes layup (Maurice Odum assists)
- 2nd Half57-65Trent Perry makes 15-foot pullup jump shot (Tyler Bilodeau assists)
- 2nd Half59-65Anthony Johnson makes layup (Maurice Odum assists)
- 2nd Half60-65Anthony Johnson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half60-68Trent Perry makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tyler Bilodeau assists)
- 2nd Half60-71Skyy Clark makes 23-foot three point jumper (Trent Perry assists)
- 2nd Half61-71Anthony Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-71Anthony Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-71Anthony Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-71Anthony Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-72Trent Perry makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-72Noah Meeusen makes layup (Allen Mukeba assists)
- 2nd Half66-75Jamar Brown makes 24-foot three point jumper (Eric Dailey Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half66-78Skyy Clark makes 24-foot three point jumper (Donovan Dent assists)
- 2nd Half67-78Anthony Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-78Anthony Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-78Andrija Grbović makes 2-foot dunk (Maurice Odum assists)
- 2nd Half70-81Skyy Clark makes 25-foot three point jumper (Donovan Dent assists)
- 2nd Half71-81Massamba Diop makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-81Massamba Diop makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-83Tyler Bilodeau makes 10-foot turnaround jump shot (Skyy Clark assists)
- 2nd Half72-86Tyler Bilodeau makes 23-foot three point jumper (Donovan Dent assists)
- 2nd Half72-87Tyler Bilodeau makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-88Tyler Bilodeau makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-88Anthony Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-88Anthony Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-90Tyler Bilodeau makes layup (Jamar Brown assists)
- 2nd Half75-90Maurice Odum makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-90Maurice Odum makes layup
Win probability
Above the line favours UCLA Bruins, below favours Arizona State Sun Devils.
Venue
- Pauley PavilionLos Angeles, CA
- Attendance5553
- OfficialsKeith Kimble, Brian Dorsey, Randy Richardson
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