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UCLA is coming off a tough double overtime loss at the hands of the Indiana Hoosiers, but nonetheless, they’ve been much better of late. After slumping out of the gate in Big Ten play, the Bruins have improved to 15-7 overall, and 7-4 in Big Ten play this season.

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Donovan Dent Joins UCLA Royalty After Latest Performance

UCLA guard Donovan Dent broke out of his slump in a big way earlier this week, helping the Bruins towards their biggest win of the season by far. The Bruins were able to knock off #4 Purdue by a score of 69-67 thanks to the heroics of Dent.

College Basketball News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 22

2 Looks Inside Donovan Dent’s Best UCLA Game

After a rough season, Donovan Dent had his best game as Bruin, and was imperative in UCLA's upset win vs Purdue. Donovan Dent , entering this game, had been playing way under expectations compared to his time at New Mexico.

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College Basketball News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 19

Here's Midseason Report Card for UCLA's Top Guards

We are officially at the middle point of the season, which means we have some grades to give out. UCLA’s guard play has been inconsistent throughout the season, and that volatility has been especially evident over the last few games with Trent Perry in the starting lineup and Skyy Clark sidelined by injury.

College Basketball News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 8

Why UCLA’s Donovan Dent Yet to Earn His Billing

Top 3 Offensive Bruins Heading Into 2026 Why UCLA Has Been Unable to Meet Hardwood Expectations Multiple WRs Provide UCLA Instant Offensive Help How Each UCLA Starter Performed In Failed Bounce-back Game Easily the biggest transfer for the Bruins this season was Donovan Dent, a player who could have elevated the Bruins to the next level.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 25

Three Key Bruins to Watch in UCLA’s Clash with California

UCLA will need to rely on these three playmakers in their Empire Classic matchup against Cal. The Bruins are currently 5-1 entering this game against a tough Cal team, which has all the pieces in place to make this game a shootout.

College Basketball News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / November 19

Preview: Nebraska Basketball at the Hall of Fame Classic with Breakdowns

The Nebraska men’s basketball team not only reignited an old rivalry but also lit up the scoreboard inside the Sanford Pentagon last Saturday. Dropping

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / November 6

Bruins welcome Pepperdine's UCLA-heavy coaching staff

No. 12 UCLA is a program steeped in history. Pepperdine, which visits the Bruins on Friday in Los Angeles, pulls plenty of its current identity from UCLA's past.

College Basketball News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 4

Donovan Dent Makes a Statement in Electric Bruins Debut

The Bruins would win their season opener against Eastern Washington 80-74, a close game, considering the Bruins had a 30-point advantage. Eric Dailey Jr was out with an injury, so the Bruins might get some grace when the updated polls come in.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / November 4

Donovan Dent, No. 12 UCLA fend off Eastern Washington

Donovan Dent scored 21 points and dished nine assists in his UCLA debut, and the No. 12 Bruins held off Eastern Washington 80-74 on Monday in Los Angeles in the teams' season opener.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 2

UCLA’s 3 Most Crucial Players for 2025-26 Season

The UCLA Bruins enter the 2025-26 college basketball season as the No. 12 team in the nation, and the stakes couldn't be any higher for Mick Cronin and his squad after an offseason of retooling.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 27

Where UCLA Sits in Latest Top 101 Basketball Team Rankings

The UCLA Bruins men's basketball team enters the 2025-26 season as the No. 12 team in the nation, but many national outlets feel the coaches and media are too high on Mick Cronin's bolstered Bruins.

College Basketball News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 23

UCLA's Donovan Dent Highly Regarded by Jay Bilas

The UCLA Bruins men's basketball season is right around the corner, and the talk around Westwood is the heightened ceiling Mick Cronin's squad has because of reigning Mountain West Player of the Year Donovan Dent.

College Basketball News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 8

UCLA’s Star Guard Recognized in Preseason Conference Awards

Mick Cronin landed one of the most dynamic players he's had in his tenure coaching the UCLA Bruins in New Mexico transfer guard Donovan Dent. Just under a month until the long-anticipated 2025-26 season starts, Dent is already making waves in a newer, bigger conference than he's used to.

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College Basketball News / UCLA Bruins on SI / September 19

UCLA Unveils 2025-26 Big Ten Men’s Basketball Schedule

The season is a ways away, but there's still a ton of anticipation for the 2025-26 UCLA Bruins men's basketball team. Highlighted by the acquisition of New Mexico transfer guard Donovan Dent, Mick Cronin and his Bruins are projected to be one of the best teams in college basketball.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / March 29

UCLA lands New Mexico PG Donovan Dent out of transfer portal

Point guard Donovan Dent, the Mountain West Conference Player of the Year who led New Mexico to the second round of the NCAA Tournament, is transferring to UCLA.

College Basketball News / Gonzaga Bulldogs on SI / March 28

New Mexico transfer Donovan Dent commits to UCLA over Gonzaga and Kentucky

New Mexico Lobos transfer guard Donovan Dent, the reigning Mountain West Player of the Year, has committed to the UCLA Bruins according to On3.com's Joe Tipton.

College Basketball News / NCAA Basketball on ClutchPoints / March 27

Kansas basketball still in running for top transfer portal player

The college basketball transfer portal has only been open for a few days, but there are already a lot of intriguing names that have been entered. Perhaps the most intriguing so far is Donovan Dent.

College Basketball News / Gonzaga Bulldogs on SI / March 26

Report: Gonzaga reached out to New Mexico transfer Donovan Dent

New Mexico Lobos guard Donovan Dent is one of the hottest players on the open market after he entered the transfer portal on Tuesday. The 6-foot-2 junior from Riverside, California, has reportedly heard from a handful of blueblood programs across the country, including the Gonzaga Bulldogs.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / March 25

New Mexico star PG Donovan Dent entering transfer portal

New Mexico standout point guard Donovan Dent is entering the transfer portal Tuesday after leading the Lobos to the second round of the NCAA Tournament, according to multiple reports.

College Basketball News / Last Word On Sports / March 25

New Mexico Star, Mountain West POY Enters Transfer Portal

In yet another back-breaker for mid-major schools, New Mexico Star guard Donovan Dent has officially entered the transfer portal. The superstar won Mountain West Player of the Year honors for his incredible play in leading New Mexico to an at-large bid in the NCAA Tournament.

College Basketball News / Total Apex Sports / March 23

Michigan State Vs. New Mexico 2nd Round Preview | 2025 NCAA Tournament

The No. 2 seed in the South Region Michigan State Spartans(28-6) will face No. 10 seed New Mexico Lobos(27-7) in the 2nd Round of the 2025 NCAA Tournament.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / March 22

Friday's men's tourney winners, losers: Finally some drama

Friday's men's NCAA Tournament winners, losers: Finally some dramatic finishes

The first round of the 2025 NCAA men's basketball tournament continued on Friday. Let's take a look at some of the biggest winners and losers of the day.

Xavier's loss to Illinois marks rare occurrence for First Four teams

New Mexico ends 13-year drought with March Madness upset over Marquette

North Carolina's season finally ends with first-round loss to Ole Miss

Colorado State upsets Memphis, is fourth double-digit seed to advance

Cooper Flagg returns, scores 14 as Duke demolishes Mount St. Mary's

Virginia basketball closing in on deal with VCU head coach

College Basketball News / Total Apex Sports / March 19

Marquette Vs. New Mexico 1st Round Preview | 2025 NCAA Tournament

The No. 7 seed in the East Region Marquette Golden Eagles(23-10) are set to take on No. 10 seed New Mexico Lobos(26-7) in the 1st Round of the 2025 NCAA Tournament.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / March 18

Zero to hero in a flash? Five potential March Madness legends

Previously unheralded players become household names every year during March Madness. Ahead of the 2025 NCAA Tournament, here are five players who could become this year's Jack Gohlke.

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College Basketball News / NBA Draft on SI / March 5

Donovan Dent Proving He Is One of the Top Point Guards in the Nation

Left off the list for Bob Cousy Award finalists, which is comprised of the best point guards in the country, Donovan Dent had one of his best games yet for a New Mexico team sitting at the top of the Mountain West Conference.