NCAAB · Final

UCLA Holds Off Purdue in Thrilling Finish

Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · Pauley Pavilion

UCLA Bruins 69, Purdue Boilermakers 67, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Purdue Boilermakers vs UCLA Bruins?

UCLA Bruins beat Purdue Boilermakers 69-67 at Pauley Pavilion on January 20, 2026.

Who was favored in Purdue Boilermakers vs UCLA Bruins?

Purdue Boilermakers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -258 (about 72% implied). The underdog won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the UCLA Bruins edged out the Purdue Boilermakers with a final score of 69-67. This game showcased the resilience of the Bruins as they faced a formidable opponent at Pauley Pavilion. The victory is particularly significant for UCLA, as they had lost their previous meeting against Purdue on March 1, 2025, where they fell 66-76. This win not only avenges that earlier defeat but also highlights the competitive nature of this fixture.

UCLA entered the game with a home record of 13-6 and was looking to bounce back after a recent loss to the Ohio State Buckeyes, where they scored 74 points but allowed 86. In their last ten games, the Bruins had a record of 6-4, averaging 78.6 points scored while allowing 72.9 points per game. However, they had been struggling recently, with a streak of one loss in their last game, and their last five games yielded a record of 2-3, with an average of 69.0 points scored and 71.0 points allowed.

On the other hand, Purdue came into this game with an impressive away record of 17-2 and had been on a nine-game winning streak. They averaged 82.2 points scored and allowed 68.4 points over their last ten games, showcasing their offensive prowess. Their recent form was strong, with a perfect record of 5-0 in their last five games, scoring an average of 82.2 points while allowing 73.4 points.

The game was characterized by a series of scoring plays that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Purdue initially took the lead in the second half with a layup from Oscar Cluff, assisted by Braden Smith, bringing the score to 60-58. However, UCLA responded with a three-point jumper from Tyler Bilodeau, narrowing the gap. The back-and-forth continued as both teams exchanged leads, with Purdue's Braden Smith hitting a turnaround jump shot to extend their lead to 62-58.

As the game progressed, UCLA fought hard to stay in contention. Donovan Dent's three-pointer brought the Bruins within three points, and Eric Dailey Jr.'s layup further closed the gap. In a crucial moment, Bilodeau hit another three-pointer, giving UCLA a 69-67 lead, which they managed to hold onto until the final buzzer.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide any specific details regarding player availability, which could have influenced the game dynamics. However, both teams appeared to field their key players, contributing to the competitive nature of the match.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Purdue favored by 5.5 points, with a total set at 147.5. The odds reflected the expectations surrounding Purdue's strong record and recent form, yet UCLA's performance at home proved to be a decisive factor in the outcome.

Conditions at Pauley Pavilion were ideal for basketball, contributing to an electric atmosphere. Fans witnessed a thrilling contest that highlighted the intensity of college basketball, with both teams showcasing their skills and determination.

Overall, this game was a testament to the unpredictability of college basketball, where even a favored team can be challenged by a determined opponent. UCLA's victory not only boosts their confidence but also sets the stage for an exciting remainder of the season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	PUR -5.5	147.5 o -105 / u -115	Purdue Boilermakers -258 · UCLA Bruins +210

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Leaders

PointsDonovan Dent23UCLA Bruins
AssistsDonovan Dent13UCLA Bruins
ReboundsEric Dailey Jr.7UCLA Bruins
PointsC.J. Cox16Purdue Boilermakers
AssistsTrey Kaufman-Renn5Purdue Boilermakers
ReboundsTrey Kaufman-Renn7Purdue Boilermakers

Recent form

UCLA Bruins

Last 10: 6-4Streak L178.6 scored · 72.9 allowed per game5-0 at home

L74-86at Ohio State BuckeyesJan 17
W71-60at Penn State Nittany LionsJan 15
W67-55vs Maryland TerrapinsJan 11
L72-80at Wisconsin BadgersJan 7
L61-74at Iowa HawkeyesJan 3
W97-65vs UC Riverside HighlandersDec 23
W108-87vs Cal Poly MustangsDec 20
W90-77vs Arizona State Sun DevilsDec 18
L72-82at Gonzaga BulldogsDec 14
W74-63vs Oregon DucksDec 6

Purdue Boilermakers

Last 10: 9-1Streak W982.2 scored · 68.4 allowed per game2-0 away

W69-64at USC TrojansJan 17
W79-72vs Iowa HawkeyesJan 14
W93-85vs Penn State Nittany LionsJan 10
W81-73vs Washington HuskiesJan 8
W89-73at Wisconsin BadgersJan 4
W101-60vs Kent State Golden FlashesDec 30
W88-60vs Auburn TigersDec 20
W79-59vs Marquette Golden EaglesDec 13
W85-57vs Minnesota Golden GophersDec 11
L58-81vs Iowa State CyclonesDec 6

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
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	Purdue Boilermakers	UCLA Bruins
Field goals	27-60	29-51
Field goal %	45	57
Three-pointers	7-27	9-20
Three-point %	26	45
Free throws	6-7	2-3
Free throw %	86	67
Rebounds	30	24
Offensive rebounds	13	4
Defensive rebounds	17	20
Assists	17	21
Steals	7	3
Blocks	1	8
Turnovers	8	10
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	13	13
Fast-break points	10	11
Points in the paint	28	30
Fouls	8	10
Largest lead	12	5
Lead changes	7	7
Time in front	65	24

How the scoring went

1st Half29-28Donovan Dent makes layup
1st Half32-28Braden Smith makes 29-foot three point jumper (C.J. Cox assists)
1st Half32-30Eric Dailey Jr. makes 6-foot hook shot (Trent Perry assists)
1st Half32-32Donovan Dent makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half32-34Donovan Dent makes driving layup (Eric Dailey Jr. assists)
2nd Half34-34C.J. Cox makes 16-foot pullup jump shot (Trey Kaufman-Renn assists)
2nd Half34-37Trent Perry makes 24-foot three point jumper (Donovan Dent assists)
2nd Half34-39Donovan Dent makes driving layup (Tyler Bilodeau assists)
2nd Half36-39Oscar Cluff makes 3-foot jumper
2nd Half37-39Trey Kaufman-Renn makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half38-39Trey Kaufman-Renn makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half38-41Donovan Dent makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half40-41Trey Kaufman-Renn makes layup (C.J. Cox assists)
2nd Half40-43Xavier Booker makes layup (Donovan Dent assists)
2nd Half42-43C.J. Cox makes 16-foot pullup jump shot (Trey Kaufman-Renn assists)
2nd Half42-46Tyler Bilodeau makes 24-foot three point jumper (Donovan Dent assists)
2nd Half45-46C.J. Cox makes 24-foot three point jumper (Trey Kaufman-Renn assists)
2nd Half45-48Eric Dailey Jr. makes 6-foot dunk (Donovan Dent assists)
2nd Half45-50Eric Dailey Jr. makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half46-50C.J. Cox makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half47-50C.J. Cox makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half49-50C.J. Cox makes 8-foot jumper
2nd Half50-50Gicarri Harris makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half51-50Gicarri Harris makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half51-52Tyler Bilodeau makes 20-foot jumper (Donovan Dent assists)
2nd Half53-52Braden Smith makes layup
2nd Half56-52Omer Mayer makes 24-foot three point jumper (Braden Smith assists)
2nd Half56-54Donovan Dent makes layup
2nd Half58-54Daniel Jacobsen makes 4-foot jumper
2nd Half58-55Donovan Dent makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half58-56Donovan Dent makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half58-58Donovan Dent makes 15-foot jumper
2nd Half60-58Oscar Cluff makes layup (Braden Smith assists)
2nd Half62-58Braden Smith makes 19-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half62-61Tyler Bilodeau makes 24-foot three point jumper (Donovan Dent assists)
2nd Half65-61Braden Smith makes 24-foot three point jumper
2nd Half67-61Trey Kaufman-Renn makes layup
2nd Half67-64Donovan Dent makes 27-foot three point jumper
2nd Half67-66Eric Dailey Jr. makes layup (Trent Perry assists)
2nd Half67-69Tyler Bilodeau makes 27-foot three point jumper (Donovan Dent assists)