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Everything to Know Before UCLA’s Quarterfinal Showdown vs. Michigan State

Earlier this season, UCLA was blown out by Michigan State in a game that carried major implications for the Bruins’ season. This could be UCLA’s final chance to get revenge against a very strong Michigan State team.

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Social Media Reacts To Up-And-Down Tournament Win

The Bruins entered their first round of Big Ten tournament play against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights, and expectations were high for them to advance to the next round and face MSU.

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Analyzing UCLA's Path in the Big Ten Tournament

The Big Ten Men's Basketball Tournament is underway this week in Chicago as the conference's 18 teams compete for supremacy. That includes No. 6-seed UCLA, which begins its tournament schedule on Thursday night.

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Key Lessons for UCLA From Last Year's Second Round

The Bruins are in search of a deep Cinderella run, and some of the players recently have had some tournament experience with March Madness that will be looking to build upon last year's performances.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / March 12

Donovan Dent's Potential UCLA Legacy Begins vs Rutgers

Donovan Dent has the opportunity to rank among some of the best Bruins in recent memory if he can have a very successful postseason. By far, Donovan Dent is UCLA’s best player when he is hot.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / March 12

3 Bruins Who Must Shine In UCLA's Matchup vs Rutgers

The Bruins need these three players to seal their ticket to the next round of the Big Ten Tournament. UCLA’s starters have been all over the place and, at times, have been the backbone of the team’s success.

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A USC Scratch Gives NCAA Championship Spot to Sarah Bennetts of Rival UCLA Bruins

By Braden Keith on SwimSwam Wednesday, March 18 – Saturday, March 21, 2026 McAuley Aquatic Center, Atlanta, GA Defending Champions: Virginia (5x) Championship Central Psych Sheet (Updated 3/11) Live Results Live Video USC’s Ashley McMillan has withdrawn from the upcoming NCAA Women’s Swimming & Diving Championships.

Mick Cronin News / UCLA Bruins on SI / March 11

Mick Cronin Discusses Lessons Learned As UCLA Begins Postseason

It's been a trying year for head coach Mick Cronin and the UCLA Bruins men's basketball team. They entered the season with promise as the No. 12 team in the country and remained among the top 25 for much of the early season.

Trent Perry News / UCLA Bruins on SI / March 11

Travis Perry Explains UCLA’s Late-Season Turnaround

The UCLA Bruins are an improved team heading into the Big Ten Tournament, as they have finally found their identity at the right time. The Bruins are winners of four of their last five games at the end of the regular season, and received votes in the AP Poll for the first time since before the start of conference play.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / March 11

Biggest Keys for UCLA to Repeat Last Year's Tournament Success

The Bruins made the NCAA tournament with a roster akin to this year's, which means there will be some similarities when this year's big dance rolls around that UCLA will want to repeat, and some that they will want to avoid at all costs.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / March 11

Live Streaming Guide for UCLA's First Big Ten Tournament Game

Here is everything you need to know before UCLA tips off in the quarterfinals against either Rutgers or Minnesota. The Big Ten Tournament is now in full swing following matchups on Tuesday.

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UCLA Bruins Conference Tournament Hub: Schedule, Bracket, Predictions

Below is everything you need to know about the UCLA Bruins in the conference tournament, including the full schedule, bracket outlook, and predictions.

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UCLA's March Madness Outlook Ahead of Conference Tournament

UCLA's new seed might come to the suprise of many. The Bruins have fluctuated up and down all season in ESPN’s Bracketology. At times, UCLA looked like it might miss the tournament completely.

Tyler Bilodeau News / UCLA Bruins on SI / March 11

UCLA's Tyler Bilodeau Receives Major All-Big Ten Honor

With the regular season now over, it is time to look at UCLA’s award haul. The Bruins had plenty of notable players throughout the season. However, there was only one player who was able to earn conference honors.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / March 10

UCLA Stays Focused Amid Debate Over No. 1 Overall Seed

The UCLA women's basketball team lived up to the hype this season, winning 21 straight games in the Big Ten, winning the conference's regular-season title, and repeating as conference-tournament champions.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / March 10

Final AP Poll Hints UCLA Moving in Right Direction

In the final AP Poll of the regular season, the UCLA Bruins received votes in the poll for the first time in quite a while. After a strong week that saw the Bruins snatch wins over No.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / March 10

What Each UCLA Starter Must Fix Come March Madness

The Bruins will be looking to repeat their legendary 2021 March Madness cinderella run, and every starter will need to be at the top of their game and more to do so.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / March 10

The Blueprint for UCLA to Make Noise This March

Following a dominant 96–45 win over Iowa, UCLA’s path to the Final Four has opened up. UCLA has been one of the most dominant teams in college basketball this season.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / March 10

Freshman Guard Could Be the X-Factor for UCLA in March

After not playing much this season, Eric Freeny has developed into UCLA's secret weapon. When Skyy Clark went down with an injury for a large chunk of the season, it was inferred that Freeny would receive more minutes.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / March 10

Ugly Losses UCLA Wishes It Could Undo

With tournament season approaching, it is worth looking back at some of UCLA’s worst losses of the season. The Bruins were able to gain momentum to close out the year with wins over No.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / March 9

Mindset Change Has Bruins Approaching Postseason With New Confidence

Less than a month ago, the UCLA men's basketball team was staring down a pivotal stretch in the season. The Bruins were returning from a disastrous road trip to the state of Michigan, losing both games to Michigan and Michigan State by more than 25 points.

Mick Cronin News / UCLA Bruins on SI / March 9