NCAAB · Final

UCLA Bruins Defeat Penn State Nittany Lions 71-60

Wednesday, January 14, 2026, 8:30 PM ET · Bryce Jordan Center

UCLA Bruins 71, Penn State Nittany Lions 60, 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 UCLA Bruins vs Penn State Nittany Lions?

UCLA Bruins beat Penn State Nittany Lions 71-60 at Bryce Jordan Center on January 14, 2026.

Who was favored in UCLA Bruins vs Penn State Nittany Lions?

UCLA Bruins were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -218 (about 69% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive matchup, the UCLA Bruins triumphed over the Penn State Nittany Lions with a final score of 71-60 at the Bryce Jordan Center. This victory highlights UCLA's strong performance as they improve their record to 13-5, while Penn State falls to 9-9 on the season.

The Bruins entered the game with a solid recent form, boasting a record of 6-4 in their last ten games, including a current winning streak of one. They averaged 79.5 points scored and allowed 74.3 points during this stretch. Their last game was a victory against the Maryland Terrapins, where they won 67-55. In contrast, the Nittany Lions struggled recently, with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games and a losing streak of three. They averaged 77.5 points scored but allowed 79.8 points, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. Their latest match resulted in a loss to the Purdue Boilermakers, with a score of 85-93.

When considering home and away performance, UCLA has a strong home record of 6-1 compared to their away record of 1-4. Penn State, on the other hand, has a balanced home record of 4-4 but has yet to win on the road this season, holding an away record of 0-2. This game was particularly significant as it marked the second meeting between the two teams, with UCLA winning the previous encounter 78-54 on February 8, 2025.

In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details on player availability, but it is crucial to note that injuries can significantly impact team performance and strategy.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, favored UCLA with a spread of -4.5, indicating expectations of a competitive game. The total points line was set at 148.5, reflecting the anticipated scoring potential of both teams. The odds for UCLA to win straight up were -218, while Penn State was listed at +180.

The conditions during the game were not detailed in the block, but factors such as venue atmosphere and crowd support often play a role in team performance.

As the game unfolded, key moments included free throws from Josh Reed and Eli Rice, contributing to UCLA's lead in the second half. Trent Perry also made significant scoring plays, including a driving layup that pushed the Bruins further ahead.

Overall, the matchup showcased UCLA's ability to capitalize on their scoring opportunities while exploiting Penn State's defensive weaknesses. The Bruins' victory not only adds to their momentum but also highlights the challenges the Nittany Lions face as they continue to seek consistency in their performance.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	UCLA -4.5	148.5 o -105 / u -115	UCLA Bruins -218 · Penn State Nittany Lions +180

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Leaders

PointsDominick Stewart16Penn State Nittany Lions
AssistsDominick Stewart3Penn State Nittany Lions
ReboundsIvan Juric9Penn State Nittany Lions
PointsTrent Perry30UCLA Bruins
AssistsDonovan Dent5UCLA Bruins
ReboundsTyler Bilodeau9UCLA Bruins

Recent form

Penn State Nittany Lions

Last 10: 4-6Streak L377.5 scored · 79.8 allowed per game4-4 at home

L85-93at Purdue BoilermakersJan 10
L72-74vs Michigan WolverinesJan 7
L65-73vs Illinois Fighting IlliniJan 4
W90-67vs North Carolina Central EaglesDec 29
L46-80vs Pittsburgh PanthersDec 21
L72-76vs Michigan State SpartansDec 13
L72-113at Indiana HoosiersDec 10
W87-76vs Campbell Fighting CamelsDec 2
W90-59vs Sacred Heart PioneersNov 29
W96-87vs Boston University TerriersNov 26

UCLA Bruins

Last 10: 6-4Streak W179.5 scored · 74.3 allowed per game1-4 away

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
W82-80at Washington HuskiesDec 4
L72-80at California Golden BearsNov 26

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	UCLA Bruins	Penn State Nittany Lions
Field goals	20-47	20-46
Field goal %	43	43
Three-pointers	10-26	4-22
Three-point %	38	18
Free throws	21-21	16-17
Free throw %	100	94
Rebounds	32	21
Offensive rebounds	11	6
Defensive rebounds	21	15
Assists	14	12
Steals	4	5
Blocks	2	1
Turnovers	14	12
Team turnovers	2	2
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	14	13
Fast-break points	2	13
Points in the paint	16	28
Fouls	15	17
Largest lead	13	4
Lead changes	7	7
Time in front	72	17

How the scoring went

2nd Half34-33Eli Rice makes 22-foot three point jumper (Ivan Juric assists)
2nd Half35-33Jamar Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half36-33Jamar Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half38-33Steven Jamerson II makes layup (Trent Perry assists)
2nd Half38-35Josh Reed makes 10-foot jumper
2nd Half38-36Josh Reed makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half38-37Josh Reed makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half41-37Trent Perry makes 27-foot three point jumper (Donovan Dent assists)
2nd Half44-37Tyler Bilodeau makes 25-foot three point jumper (Steven Jamerson II assists)
2nd Half44-39Ivan Juric makes layup (Dominick Stewart assists)
2nd Half46-39Tyler Bilodeau makes 15-foot jumper (Donovan Dent assists)
2nd Half47-39Tyler Bilodeau makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half47-41Dominick Stewart makes driving layup
2nd Half47-43Mason Blackwood makes layup (Melih Tunca assists)
2nd Half47-45Dominick Stewart makes driving layup
2nd Half47-46Dominick Stewart makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half47-49Dominick Stewart makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
2nd Half50-49Tyler Bilodeau makes 23-foot three point jumper (Eric Freeny assists)
2nd Half52-49Trent Perry makes 11-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half52-50Ivan Juric makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half55-50Trent Perry makes 23-foot three point jumper (Donovan Dent assists)
2nd Half58-50Tyler Bilodeau makes 26-foot three point jumper (Donovan Dent assists)
2nd Half58-52Eli Rice makes layup (Melih Tunca assists)
2nd Half59-52Trent Perry makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half60-52Trent Perry makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half63-52Trent Perry makes 24-foot three point jumper (Brandon Williams assists)
2nd Half64-52Steven Jamerson II makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half65-52Steven Jamerson II makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half65-54Ivan Juric makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half66-54Trent Perry makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half67-54Trent Perry makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half67-55Josh Reed makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half67-56Josh Reed makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half67-57Eli Rice makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half67-58Eli Rice makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half69-58Trent Perry makes driving layup
2nd Half69-59Dominick Stewart makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half69-60Dominick Stewart makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half70-60Trent Perry makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half71-60Trent Perry makes free throw 2 of 2