Utah Utes vs Arizona State Sun Devils Prediction, Odds and Picks for Today, 02/28/26

The Utah Utes (10-18, 2-13 Big 12) head to Tempe for a conference matchup with the Arizona State Sun Devils (14-14, 5-10 Big 12) as both teams look to steady inconsistent seasons. Utah averages roughly 75.0 points per game while shooting around 45% from the field, but defensive lapses have been costly, as the Utes allow about 78.3 points per contest in league play. Despite the record, Utah has shown flashes of competitiveness against quality opponents, including a recent effort versus Iowa State where Terrence Brown poured in 18 points and Keanu Dawes added a double-double. The Utes also battled Arizona State earlier this season in a 71-63 loss, trimming a sizable deficit late and showing the resilience needed to hang around in this rematch.

Arizona State enters averaging close to 78 points per game while allowing nearly 79, illustrating their up and down defensive profile. Maurice Odum (17.2 PPG) leads the Sun Devils offensively, with Massamba Diop anchoring the interior presence. While ASU owns the better overall record and benefits from home court, their inconsistency on the defensive end leaves the door open for opponents to stay within striking distance. If Utah can limit turnovers, control the defensive glass, and capitalize on ASU’s transition vulnerabilities, this game profiles as tighter than the spread suggests. With both teams prone to scoring droughts and momentum swings, taking the points in a competitive conference battle offers value.

Utah vs Arizona State Prediction: Utah +6.5 (-110) available at time of publishing. Playable to +5.5