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UCLA Basketball's Spot in the Updated AP Rankings

After back-to-back wins UCLA is sitting pretty good in the newest AP rankings. After the loss to Cal on Nov. 25, UCLA would fall out of the AP top 25 rankings, sending a clear message that the Bruins are not the team everyone thought they were.

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Three Overreactions to UCLA’s Start to the Season

Here are three overreactions form UCLA's 7-2 start of the season. The Bruins have been solid to start the season, and outside of the loss to Cal, they’ve largely looked as advertised.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 9

Bob Chesney’s Opening Statement as UCLA Head Coach

Bob Chesney arrived in Westwood and delivered his opening statement — his first as the Bruins’ new head coach. While the hire is not yet officially finalized, as James Madison still has its College Football Playoff matchup against Oregon, his introduction marks the beginning of a new era for UCLA.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 9

UCLA Hoops Lands Three-Star 2026 Center

After avoiding high school recruiting entirely and relying solely on transfer portal additions in the 2025 recruiting cycle, many fans were eager to see

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 9

Cori Close Delivers Major Update on Sienna Betts

UCLA sits at 9–1 and already looks like a sure-fire Final Four team — and that’s without their most anticipated freshman even touching the floor yet. Sienna Betts has yet to touch the floor this season, sidelined by an injury that even had her in a boot at one point.

Jerry Neuheisel News / Athlon Sports / December 8

Rick Neuheisel Linked to Major College Football Job

Rick Neuheisel hasn't coached at the college football level since his stint as the head coach of the UCLA Bruins from 2008-11, but he has still been around the game.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 8

Key Takeaways from Cori Close’s Postgame Press Conference

UCLA was able to thwart Oregon 80-59, here is what Cori Close had to say following the big win. The Bruins played ok in this one; it was clear that they were still far from their best.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 8

NCAA Champions Again: UCLA Water Polo Adds to Trophy Case

In back-to-back year UCLA wins the NCAA Water Polo title game against USC. The Bruins were able to take down No. 1 USC in a very back-and-forth matchup, winning off a buzzer-beater from Jucá Carsalade, marking his second goal of the game.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 8

Comparing UCLA's 2026 Class to the Rest of the Big 10

The 2026 recruiting cycle was a wild ride for UCLA. After entering the 2025 season with one of the top classes in the nation, the Bruins struggled on the field, leading them to part ways with former head coach DeShaun Foster. After Foster's firing, UCLA saw several commits decommit from the program.

Mick Cronin News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 7

Top Takeaways from Mick Cronin After UCLA–Oregon

Mick Cronin addressed the media following back-to-back confrence wins on the year. UCLA was able to thrash Oregon 74-63 , in a win that marks a turning point for a squad that had just two games before losing to a struggling Cal team.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 7

What to Know About Oregon vs. No. 4 UCLA

UCLA is hoping to hand Oregon its first loss of the season; however, there are plenty of talented Ducks who will make that task challenging. The Bruins currently have an 86.1% chance of winning this game, steep odds against a team that has yet to lose a game this season.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 7

Grading UCLA Bruins After Win Over Oregon

UCLA had a pretty solid outing against Oregon; it really looks like the team is starting to figure out things that have haunted them before. Overall, this was a very solid team win for the Bruins.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 6

UCLA Lands Three-Star 2026 Offensive Lineman

The Early National Signing Period for the 2026 class has come to an end, and it's safe to say that it has been an eventful 48 hours for UCLA. After losing

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 6

What to Expect from UCLA Players vs. Oregon

After a solid outing against Washington, the Bruins are hoping to send a similar message against Oregon. UCLA’s win over Washington was fueled by strong showings from Skyy Clark, Tyler Bilodeau , and Donovan Dent.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 6

UCLA Players Who Struggled to Reach Expectations

By no measure was this a good season for the Bruins; however, there were a few players who really summarized the Bruins' struggles. Next season, we may see a few of these players stay — and hopefully take a step forward.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 5

Bob Chesney Lands First Commits as UCLA Head Coach

The Bob Chesney era at UCLA had a rocky start in recruiting. During the Early National Signing period, the Bruins' four four-star commits decommitted from the program, causing their class to plummet in the national recruiting rankings.

Skyy Clark News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 5

How Skyy Clark Became the Bruins’ Best Weapon

As of late Skyy Clark has became one of if not the best player for the Bruins'. On a roster loaded with talent, Skyy Clark has begun to truly make a name for himself.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 5

Grading the Bruins’ Running Back Room After the 2025 Season

Definitely not the greatest season on the ground for the Bruins, however, some of these grades may surprise you. There wasn't a single Bruins running back who had over 500 yards this season.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 5

Bruins on SI: End‑of‑Season UCLA Player Awards Revealed

Here at SI, we’re closing out the season with our annual end-of-year wrap-up, recognizing the Bruins who stood out through a long and unpredictable campaign.

Jerry Neuheisel News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 5

Jerry Neuheisel’s Chances for an OC Job Explored

With the announcement of Bob Chesney as the next UCLA head coach, the question remains: where will Jerry Neuheisel go? A big part of UCLA's little success this season has been Jerry Neuheisel.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 5

Best UCLA Offensive Performances from the 2025 Season

There is no question that this Bruins season did not go as planned; however, there were still some notable performances this season that made this season unforgettable.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 4

Four-Star Defensive Lineman Decommits from UCLA

It's safe to say that after a successful few weeks leading up to it, the early national signing period for the 2026 class has not gone UCLA's way. On Wednesday,

Mick Cronin News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 4

UCLA's Mick Cronin’s Message After Beating Washington

UCLA was able to turn things around after losing a really bad game to Cal. Here is what Mick Cronin said after the win. The Bruins came out slow, falling behind 0-8 to start the game.

UCLA Bruins News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / December 1

UCLA Coach Cori Close Sends Honest Janiah Barker Message After Handshake Refusal

The No. 3-ranked UCLA Bruins women's basketball team is undoubtedly one of the deepest and most talented teams in the country right now. This is made clear