Michigan Wolverines host UCLA Bruins in Big Ten clash

Wolverines look to extend conference lead as Bruins visit Crisler Center

Feb. 14, 2026 at 3:55pm

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The Michigan Wolverines (23-1), leaders atop the Big Ten, host the UCLA Bruins (17-7) in a Saturday afternoon showdown at Crisler Center in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Michigan is coming off consecutive road wins over Ohio State and Northwestern, while UCLA is looking to bounce back after home victories over Rutgers and Washington.

Why it matters

This is a key Big Ten matchup as Michigan tries to solidify its position at the top of the conference standings. UCLA is looking to pick up a signature road win against one of the top teams in the nation.

The details

Michigan enters the game as a 15.5-point favorite over UCLA. The Wolverines have struggled to cover the spread recently, going just 3-8 ATS in their last 11 games. UCLA has covered the spread in just 2 of its 6 opportunities as an underdog this season. The Bruins allow opponents to shoot just 29.3% from 3-point range in Big Ten play, ranking first in the conference, while the Wolverines are third in the nation and first in the Big Ten in 2-point shooting percentage.

  • Michigan defeated UCLA 94-75 at Pauley Pavilion last season as 2.5-point road underdogs.
  • UCLA last visited Crisler Center in 2017, suffering a 78-69 overtime loss as 7-point underdogs.

The players

Yaxel Lendeborg

Michigan forward who leads the team in scoring at 14.3 points per game.

Tyler Bilodeau

UCLA forward who is averaging 18.3 points per game this season and scored 17 points against Michigan last year.

Morez Johnson Jr.

Michigan forward who averages 13.5 points per game and leads the Big Ten in field goal percentage at 66.8%.

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What they’re saying

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— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

The takeaway

This matchup between two of the top teams in their respective conferences should provide an exciting afternoon of college basketball. Michigan's strong 2-point shooting and UCLA's stifling 3-point defense make for an intriguing contrast in styles.