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The Bruins as individuals this season have been nothing short of special. After a 22-point win over No. 25 Nebraska, the Bruins’ starters looked flawless, earning a wave of high marks in the latest performance report card.

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3 Bruins Who Need to Step Up vs Penn State

The Bruins are hoping to extend their win streak to two games against Penn State, however, it will take a few significant performances. UCLA has really struggled this season, losing five of their first 16 games.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 14

Everything You Need to Know Before UCLA vs Minnesota

The Bruins are looking to extend their winning streak to 10 against a decent Minnesota team. Entering this matchup, the Bruins have a 73.5% chance of winning.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 14

What To Watch For In UCLA's Doubleheader

UCLA has a busy night coming up shortly, as both teams will be playing to advance their seasons at relatively the same time, with the women's basketball team starting at eight and men's starting half an hour later.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 13

UCLA Lands Elite Transfer Portal Linebacker

It’s hard to overstate what new UCLA head coach Bob Chesney has accomplished in the transfer portal. When Chesney took over the Bruins, he inherited a roster with several needs and had a lot of work to do to field a competitive Big Ten team in 2026. Since the portal opened on Jan 2, Chesney has brought in nearly 40 new players to the team.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 13

Breaking Down Charlisse Leger-Walker's On-Court Impact

Charlisse Leger-Walker has emerged as one of UCLA’s most important players, and the heart of the No. 3 Bruins. When you think of notable Bruins from this season there are plenty that come to mind.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 13

UCLA Rises in the Newest AP Top 25

After falling to No. 4 in the country, it has been an uphill battle to return to the top three. However, Texas’ loss to No. 12 LSU opened the door, allowing the Bruins to climb back to No.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 13

UCLA’s Queen of the Court 1v1 Bracket Unveiled

For the first time ever, the Bruins will go head-to-head in a classic one-on-one tournament presented by Uninterrupted. If you’ve been following the Bruins, you know just how talented this roster is from top to bottom.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 12

3 Takeaways From Cori Close Following Nebraska Win

The No. 4 Bruins would dismantle No. 25 Nebraska 83-61, in a game where the Bruins proved to be the most deep team talent-wise in the nation. If it wasn't already clear the Bruins have proven to be the most dominate team in college basketball.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 12

Grading UCLA's Starters After Thrashing of Nebraska

The Bruins starters sent a clear message to the league that they are the most complete and dominate team in the nation. Every UCLA starter reached double figures, combining for one of the most complete collective performances the Bruins have put together this season.

Mick Cronin News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 12

Bruins Have Simple Explanation for Defensive Improvement Against Maryland

UCLA basketball has been a bona fide defensive team under head coach Mick Cronin, riding it to compete for conference championships and make deep postseason runs in March.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 12

Mick Cronin Has Big Dilemma on His Hands

After Skyy Clark went down with injury, a player has emerged as one of the Bruins best players. With Clark currently sidelined, Trent Perry has had to fill in as a starting guard for the Bruins, and has proved to be one of the Bruins' most effective scorers this season.

Eric Dailey News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 12

Why UCLA’s Dailey Has Fallen Short of Preseason Expectations

Have back-to-back great performances from Eric Dailey Jr there are a lot of questions to be asked about his role on the Bruins. Eric Dailey Jr has not had the best season overall, averaging 10.9 points, 5.9 rebounds, while shooting a decent 48.4% from the field.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 11

Social Media Reacts To Another Dominant Women's Win

UCLA has been on a hot streak for the entirety of their season thus far, having only lost one game in total against the #2 ranked Texas. The Bruins had hopes of keeping that momentum going against their next opponent in the Nebraska Cornhuskers, so they took them on ready to dominate and social media was along for the ride.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 11

UCLA Adds FCS Defensive Back to Transfer Portal Class

As the chaos of the 2026 college football transfer portal window continues, UCLA remains among the most active programs, with new head coach Bob Chesney

Mick Cronin News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 11

3 Takeaways From Mick Cronin Following Maryland Win

The Bruins were able to bounce back against Maryland after seeing massive improvements defensively. UCLA has struggled this season. After this game, they now firmly sit at 11-5, not the best as it stands now.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 11

Dishing Out 5 Bruins Grades Following Win Over Maryland

UCLA was able to snap their two-game losing streak against Maryland off the back of a very notable Bruins performances. The Bruins almost played a complete game against Maryland, there were a few moments that were questionable, but overall this team looked good.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 11

Everything You Need to Know Before UCLA vs Nebraska

The No. 4 Bruins are set to face off against No. 25 Nebraska, hoping to extend their win streak to nine, after losing to No. 3 Texas on Nov. 26. UCLA has looked great all season, even against good teams.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 11

3 Bruins Who Need to Show Up vs Nebraska

The Bruins are looking to win their sixth ranked game of the season, this will only be possible if these three Bruins are able to have a solid outing UCLA entering this game has a 79.9% chance of winning (per ESPN Analytics).

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 10

Social Media Reacts To UCLA Snapping Their Losing Streak

UCLA was in desperate need of a bounce-back game after losing two close games in a row, and they found their next opportunity to do so against the Maryland Terapins.

College Basketball News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 10

UCLA Ends Two-Game Slide With Statement Victory Against Maryland

The Bruins went into this game looking to turn things around after dropping their last two matchups, and they did just that, sloshing the Terps. Here is how they did it: The Bruins offense would start off ok, with points coming from Eric Dailey Jr and Xavier Booker , who has found himself back in the starting lineup.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 10

How Mick Cronin Is Going All-In on Defense

The Bruins defense has been their Achilles Heel this season, in turn this has caused UCLA's season to fall apart right infront of our eyes. After dropping to the Badgers in what was supposed to be a bounce-back game for the Bruins, it is clear that they still have a long way to go until they become a formidable force in the Big Ten.