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Colorado Buffaloes vs UCLA Bruins Recap - UCLA Wins 72-68
Chris Smith poured in 30 points for UCLA on Thursday, as they defeated Colorado 72-68 at Pauley Pavilion.
Bettors who backed UCLA were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +4.5 at sportsbooks.
UCLA got 13 points from Jaime Jaquez Jr. and another 11 points from Prince Ali. Tyger Campbell contributed 2 assists, while Chris Smith cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
Colorado got 14 points from Evan Battey in a losing cause and another 14 points from McKinley Wright IV. McKinley Wright IV contributed 5 assists for them, while Tyler Bey had 8 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed UCLA were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
The rebound battle favored UCLA as they grabbed 36 boards, while Colorado only had 28
UCLA looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Utah. Colorado will aim to get back on the winning track at USC.