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UCLA Basketball Top 20 Players of All Time: No. 2

Today we’re back, counting down the top 20 players in UCLA basketball history! We have arrived at the penultimate position in the rankings, and the runner-up to the best player in UCLA’s storied history.

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This UCLA Receiver Could Be Ready for Much Bigger Role

UCLA’s offense exploded for 52 points and 645 yards against Purdue. While Wayne Knight, Nico Iamaleava, and Semaj Morgan got the majority of the attention, Leland Smith quietly came up huge for the Bruins.

Mikey Matthews News / UCLA Bruins on SI / September 22

What Mikey Matthews Season-Ending Injury Means For UCLA

Tough news for UCLA football today. In his Monday press conference, coach Bob Chesney revealed that wide receiver Mikey Matthews will miss the remainder of the 2026 season.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / September 22

Biggest Concerns As UCLA Heads Deeper Into Conference Play

The Bruins are 3-0 as they head deeper into conference play, and the road does not get any easier. There has been a lot to love from the three performances the Bruins have displayed, and plenty of reason to be excited if you’re a Bruins fan.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / September 21

UCLA Stock Report: 3 Offensive Players Trending Up After Week 3

The UCLA offense was on another level against Purdue, and multiple players made an impact on the final score. Within the offense, three players stood out as guys who we haven’t seen make much of an impact this season, but they were able to step up and put together the best performances we’ve seen from them this season.

College Football News / UCLA Bruins on SI / September 21

UCLA Has Found a Game-Changer on Defense

UCLA’s defense did not live up to the standard against Purdue in Week Three. The Bruins allowed 488 yards and were torn apart by Boilermakers quarterback Ryan Browne, who had an excellent showing in the first Big Ten matchup of the season.

Wayne Knight News / UCLA Bruins on SI / September 20

How Wayne Knight Turning Into National Star for UCLA

UCLA football has a star on its hands. Through three weeks of the season, running back Wayne Knight has separated himself from the pack and shown that he is the most valuable piece of this offense.

College Football News / UCLA Bruins on SI / September 19

Why UCLA’s Test Against Purdue Could Reveal a Lot

UCLA has faced two different kinds of offenses through the start of the 2026 season, and Purdue will present a brand-new challenge for the Bruins. Jaron-Keawe

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / September 18

UCLA Basketball Top 20 Players of All Time: No. 3

Today, we’re continuing with the countdown of the top 20 UCLA Bruins of all-time, and we’ve made it to the top three. Before UCLA became one of the most dominant teams of all-time under John Wooden, the Bruins had yet to claim a National Championship.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / September 18

3 Storylines I'm Watching Most in UCLA's Week 3 Matchup

The Bruins will roll into their first conference matchup unbeaten, and the talent on both rosters suggests they should be able to take down the Boilermakers to improve to 3-0 on the season.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / September 18

Why UCLA’s Fourth Quarter Dominance Is No Accident

It’s no secret that the Bruins have been a second-half team this season. They struggled to move the ball offensively in the first half but have dominated the second half in both weeks, specifically in the fourth quarter.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / September 17

Biggest Takeaways From UCLA’s Non-Conference Portion of Schedule

UCLA’s schedule for the 2026-27 season has finally been released, and it says a lot about the expectations for the Bruins this season. The Bruins will face some quality opponents before conference play, which should give UCLA a great test and help them get more comfortable heading into their Big Ten schedule.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / September 17

UCLA Football Closing in on Elite 4-Star Quarterback Prospect

The Bruins entered the 2026 season with fairly high expectations, and so far they have lived up to them. With a 2-0 start under Bob Chesney, the Bruins look completely revitalized as a team compared to last season.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / September 16

UCLA Basketball Top 20 Players of All Time: No. 4

When ranking the best 20 players in UCLA’s history, it’s hard to separate individual success from team championships. Fortunately, we don’t have to separate the two for the legendary Bruin coming in at No.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / September 15

UCLA Basketball Top 20 Players of All Time: No. 5

We’ve finally reached the top five in our countdown of the top 20 UCLA Bruins of all time. When ranking the best 20 Bruins in UCLA’s history, there is no shortage of players who won National Championships under John Wooden.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / September 15

Grading Every UCLA Offensive Position Group After Week 2

After a Week Two win against San Diego State, the Bruins' offense has received its report card. I understand that Bob Chesney isn’t asking Iamaleava to do a whole lot, but he's still left a lot to be desired based on what he's shown so far.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / September 15

UCLA's Wayne Knight Has One Major Hurdle to Establish Stardom

Through the first two weeks of the college football season, Wayne Knight has made a name for himself among Bruins fans. In fact, the entire running game has been electric in each of the Bruins' two wins, rushing for over 200 yards each game.

College Football News / UCLA Bruins on SI / September 14

UCLA Snap Count Analysis: Biggest Winners So Far This Season

After a Week Two win against San Diego State, the Bruins have a lot to improve on, but also a lot to be excited about. Some players stepped up against the Aztecs and showed that they deserve more snaps as the season progresses.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / September 14

UCLA Football Stock Report: Risers & Fallers After Week 2

The Bruins improved to 2-0 behind a 28-10 win over SDSU in Week Two. Through the first two weeks of the season, many players have boosted their stock, while others have left much to be desired.

UCLA Bruins News / Viral Sports News / September 11

Former UCLA Bruins Star Gets Dumped by NFL Team

Former UCLA Bruins offensive lineman Atonio Mafi has been waived by the Las Vegas Raiders, a corresponding move after claiming guard Bryce Cabeldue off waivers from the Seattle Seahawks, via the NFL transaction log.

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 10

SDSU's Sean Lewis is ready to take on Bob Chesney and UCLA

There's not much of a rivalry between the San Diego State Aztecs and the UCLA Bruins, but perhaps all that is about to change.

San Diego State steps into old Pac-12 territory, takes on UCLA

Four must-watch college football games that could shake up Week 2

NCAA reportedly issuing new guidance in wake of Michigan-Western Michigan fiasco

The 'College football color teams' quiz

UCLA Bruins News / Yardbarker / August 31

UCLA makes huge change in leadership ahead of 2026 college football season

This move comes just days before the 2026 college football season kicks off for the Bruins.

Top four games to watch in Week 1 of 2026 college football season

Why Texas QB Arch Manning shouldn't be an overwhelming favorite to go No. 1 overall in 2027 NFL Draft

Georgia under pressure up front after losing defensive starter Xzavier McLeod

The 'College football color teams' quiz

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / August 13

Will Wade and LSU land UCLA transfer guard Skyy Clark

The LSU Tigers and head men's basketball coach Will Wade have added a veteran piece for the 2026-27 season.

Oklahoma lands former SMU starter thanks to 5-in-5 eligibility lawsuit

Bill Self, Kansas suffer major loss on the recruiting trail as five-star SF decommits

Miami basketball's future is bright thanks to HC Jai Lucas

The '2nd-overall NBA Draft picks' quiz

UCLA Bruins News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 10

UCLA Hiring Derek Carr In Advisory Role

The UCLA Bruins are hiring former QB Derek Carr as a special advisor to the head coach, according to Adam Schefter. Carr will also assist in game-planning and will work with the quarterback group as well.

UCLA Bruins News / Yardbarker / August 3

Bob Chesney being credited for energy shift for UCLA football

The UCLA Bruins haven't had a double-digit win season on the gridiron since Jim Mora was the head coach way back in 2014. In fact, those Mora days probably look good now for UCLA fans, despite the fact that he went 9-14 in his final two seasons before being fired.

Mario Cristobal, Miami reportedly agree to contract extension

Indiana woefully underrepresented in Joel Klatt's best players list

Four college football teams entering a national championship-or-bust season

Weekly Syllabus: College football training camps open

The 'College football color teams' quiz