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UCLA men's basketball vs. San Diego: Preview, Matchups to Watch

The Bruins are preparing for their second and final exhibition game of the season before their highly anticipated season opener against No. 5 Arizona on Nov.

Mick Cronin News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 27

Who Should Close Games for UCLA? Toughest Decision Facing Mick Cronin

There hasn't been much discussion of which five players will start for UCLA basketball in 2026-2027. It's pretty easy to tell which five will begin the season for the Bruins, based on what we assumed to be the starting lineup during this offseason, which was all but confirmed in the exhibition last week against Cal Baptist.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 27

3 Key Players for UCLA Basketball Against San Diego

UCLA only has one final opportunity for live preparation before they take on Arizona in their crucial season opener. The Bruins will take on San Diego at home in their second of two exhibition matches.

Jaylen Petty News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 27

How Jaylen Petty Changes UCLA’s Offense (and Who Benefits Most)

The Bruins have a great mix of different types of players on their roster. They have experienced veterans such as Eric Dailey Jr. and Trent Perry, as well as talented young players like Nikola Kusturica, Jaylen Petty, and Joe Philon.

Wayne Knight News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 26

UCLA’s Running Backs Have Embraced One Important Philosophy

Wayne Knight has been spectacular this season for UCLA. However, one of the biggest factors in Knight’s success this season has been what Bob Chesney built around him.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 26

UCLA Football Lands 4-Star QB Josiah Boyd: What It Means

The Bruins continue to win on and off the field. This past weekend, UCLA landed a commitment from 4-star elite quarterback prospect Josiah Boyd. According to the 247Sports Composite Rankings , Boyd is the 76th overall player in the class of 2028, and the No.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 26

Crucial Area UCLA's Bob Chesney Has Been Excellent in This Season

It’s easy to look at UCLA’s 7-0 undefeated record and the No. 7 next to their name, reflecting the immense amount of success they have had so far, and call Bob Chesney one of the best coaches in college football this season.

College Football News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 25

Bruin Breakdown: UCLA Football Cruises Past Struggling Spartans

The Bruins' chances at the College Football Playoff have continued to grow these past few weeks, and they’ll get better after another win at home to give UCLA a 7-0 record.

College Football News / TWSN / October 24

UCLA’s Best Start in Two Decades Comes With a Warning to the Playoff Field

When the UCLA Bruins entered the 2026 college football season they did so with just a 1% chance to reach the College Football Playoffs. Now, seven games into the season and the Bruins sit with a 7-0 record and now have a 45% chance to make it to the postseason.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 24

Bruins Nation Reacts to UCLA’s Second-Half Takeover of MSU

The Bruins are 7-0 and should firmly be in the mix for the College Football Playoffs. It's been a fantastic season for UCLA so far, and Bob Chesney and Co.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 24

UCLA's Biggest Winners and Losers From Dominant Win Over MSU

The UCLA Bruins have improved to 7-0 following a dominant win over Michigan State. There’s a lot of positives to take from the win at home, and these three Bruins showed out in the Week 8 contest.

Mick Cronin News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 24

Why UCLA's Cronin Isn’t Celebrating After Blowout Win

The Bruins seemingly dominated in all facets against Cal Baptist in their first exhibition game Wednesday night. UCLA walked away with a 100-53 win over the Lancers in a game that was lopsided from the very beginning.

College Football News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 24

3 UCLA Football Players To Watch Against Michigan State

As UCLA takes on Michigan State, there’s a lot at stake for the Bruins. UCLA is building steam towards a College Football Playoff appearance, and a loss to the Spartans could put a major pause on those conversations.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 24

How UCLA Basketball Answered Biggest Concern Against Cal Baptist

Throughout the offseason, there's been one area that has been a concern for this UCLA team, and specifically this frontcourt. However, the Bruins looked fantastic in the exhibition against Cal Baptist, and it looks like that concern may be shrinking heading into the season.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 23

3 Matchups That Will Decide UCLA’s Week 8 Game Against MSU

Michigan State can play spoiler to UCLA’s season in Week 8, but Bob Chesney and the Bruins have their sights set on continuing this perfect season. UCLA must send the Spartans back home and continue their own winning streak while adding to MSU’s five-game losing streak.

College Basketball News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 23

Bruin Nation Should Be Thrilled About Kusturica's Early Performance

It’s been an exciting offseason for Bruins fans, largely in part due to the talented roster that Mick Cronin and Co. assembled through the transfer portal and beyond.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 23

What UCLA’s First Exhibition Told Us About the Rotation

Exhibition basketball in the month of October has its positives and negatives. The positive side is that we get college basketball in October, but the negative side seems to be that fans tend to overreact to the results.

UCLA Bruins News / Yardbarker / October 16

UCLA's hot start reflected in Associated Press midseason All-America teams

The UCLA Bruins are 5-0 and ranked No. 12 in the nation. Bob Chesney's team appears to be for real.

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Curt Cignetti News / Yardbarker / October 14

Bob Chesney draws Curt Cignetti comparison amid UCLA's remarkable turnaround

The UCLA Bruins are rolling on the gridiron, and they look like a program that could make College Football Playoff noise. When was the last time that could be said about UCLA football?

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College Football News / EasySportz / October 13

UCLA Quarterback Nico Iamaleava Out for the Season With Knee Injury

The UCLA Bruins have suffered a major blow to their season, as starting quarterback Nico Iamaleava is expected to miss the remainder of the 2026 campaign with a knee injury.

Nico Iamaleava News / Yardbarker / October 12