Pepperdine Waves vs UCLA Bruins Picks and Prediction for Friday November 7, 2025

By: Cameron Ross Published 11/07/2025, 02:10 AM ET

Pepperdine vs UCLA Information

The Pepperdine Waves will be on the road for the first time this season Friday night, playing the UCLA Bruins at Pauley Pavilion at 10:30 PM. Pepperdine is undefeated through one game played this season, following an 8-point victory in game one of the year. The UCLA Bruins remain at home Friday night, ranked #12 in the nation and undefeated this year, following a six-point victory in Game 1. Stay in the action with our College Basketball Picks.

Pepperdine Preview

Offensively, Pepperdine was solid in-game one of the season, scoring 88 points on 53.2% shooting and knocked down 10 triples in the game. Defensively, Pepperdine had its issues, giving up 80 points on 46.6% shooting. Pepperdine won the rebounding battle by 18 and forced 12 turnovers in the win. Aaron Clark led the way for the Pepperdine offense off the bench with 14 points on nine shots.

UCLA Preview

Offensively, UCLA rolled in game one of the season, scoring 80 points after 40 in each half on 47.1% on the floor, and the Bruins knocked down 8 triples. Defensively, UCLA had its issues, allowing 74 points as Eastern Washington shot 53.7% from the field. UCLA won the rebounding battle by 5 and forced 16 turnovers in the win. Donovan Dent led the UCLA offense against Eastern Washington with 21 points on 17 shots.

Pepperdine vs UCLA Prediction

UCLA is the superior team in this matchup, and it will show from the opening minutes Friday night. Look for the Bruins to dominate this game on both sides of the ball as they roll to their second victory of the season in blowout fashion. Take UCLA Friday night to get an easy win and cover against Pepperdine. Final Score Prediction, UCLA Bruins win and cover 103-55.

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