Predicting Each UCLA Starter’s Stats in USC Rematch

Trent Perry was the hero in the Nebraska game, scoring 20 points on very efficient shooting. As we have seen all season, UCLA’s guard rotation tends to fluctuate in terms of who leads the team in scoring. For that reason, it is unlikely Perry will replicate that same performance.

Even so, if he remains competitive and contributes across the stat sheet, the Bruins will have a strong chance of winning by a similar — or even larger — margin than in the first meeting. He needs to reach double-digit points, or his performance in this matchup could be viewed as a step backward.

Prediction: 12 PTS, 5 REB, 3 AST

Donovan Dent | G

Donovan Dent was the hero in the first matchup, scoring 30 points while shooting 5-of-6 from beyond the arc. Since that performance, Dent’s scoring production has slowed somewhat, which could affect his impact in this game. Still, he will play a crucial role in UCLA’s chances of winning.

If Dent can facilitate at a high level while remaining aggressive offensively, UCLA could open the game up quickly. If he records seven or more assists along with double-digit points, the Bruins should be in a strong position to control the game.

Prediction: 10 PTS, 11 AST, 2 REB

Skyy Clark | G

Skyy Clark has been inconsistent throughout the season, even before his injury. Because of that, predicting his stat line is more difficult than that of most players on the roster. In the first matchup against USC, he scored just four points and attempted only four shots.

It is unlikely that this type of performance will happen again. If Clark can reach double-digit scoring, UCLA should have a strong chance to win this game comfortably. With such a crowded guard rotation, however, finding consistent shot volume will remain a challenge.

Prediction: 14 PTS, 3 REB, 4 AST

Eric Dailey Jr | F

Eric Dailey Jr. also struggled in the first matchup against USC. He finished with just one point and one rebound in 18 minutes. For him to bounce back, he needs to replicate the level of play he showed against Nebraska.

In that game, he recorded 14 points and contributed on the glass. If he can build on that performance — along with the 18-point outing he had against Minnesota — UCLA could enter the tournament with significant momentum. Rebounding will be especially important for him in this matchup.

Prediction: 10 PTS, 6 REB, 3 AST

Tyler Bilodeau | F

Tyler Bilodeau was relatively quiet in the Nebraska game, finishing with just eight points after scoring a season-high 32 points against Minnesota in the game prior. He has the skill set and versatility to be one of UCLA’s most reliable players, but he needs to show that consistency.

If Bilodeau struggles again, questions could begin to emerge about UCLA’s readiness heading into the tournament. For that reason, he needs to produce a strong performance — ideally scoring around 20 points — to silence those concerns.

Prediction: 19 PTS, 2 AST, 6 REB