UCLA Bruins Prepare for Showdown Against Sacramento State Hornets Tonight

WESTWOOD, California — The No. 19 UCLA Bruins, with a record of 3-1, are set to host the Sacramento State Hornets (3-2) on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. PT. The game will be broadcast on the Big Ten Network.

UCLA enters the contest as significant favorites, with a spread of 27.5 points in their favor. The over/under for the game is set at 147.5 points.

The Bruins recently faced a tough opponent in the Arizona Wildcats, suffering a close loss, which caused them to drop in the AP Top 25 rankings from 15th to 19th. Despite this setback, UCLA is eager to regain momentum against Sacramento State.

The Bruins’ scoring average of 74.2 points ranks 162nd nationally, while they hold a strong defense, allowing just 65.2 points, which ranks 22nd. On the other hand, the Hornets average 66.2 points per game and allow 70.5 points against.

UCLA boasts several standout players, including Tyler Bilodeau, who averages 13.5 points per game, and Donovan Dent, who contributes significantly to the team with 14.7 points and 7.0 assists.

Sacramento State, led by coach Mike Bibby, has shown resilience after overcoming two losses earlier in the season by narrowly beating Presbyterian. Bibby is optimistic about his team’s performance against the Bruins.

The last meeting between the two teams occurred in November 2022, where UCLA claimed victory with a score of 76-50. Historically, the Bruins lead the series against the Hornets 3-0, with an average margin of victory of nearly 31 points.

As they prepare for the game, UCLA is focusing on improving their offensive and defensive strategies, aiming for a strong showing in front of their home crowd at Pauley Pavilion.

“We need to come together as a team and execute our game plan flawlessly,” Bibby said about the upcoming matchup.

The game will feature commentary from J.B. Long and Don MacLean on the Big Ten Network, with radio coverage available on AM 790 (KABC) and SiriusXM. Fans can expect an exciting clash between the Bruins and Hornets as they kick off this week with a promising matchup.