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As we continue to dive into the statistical stars on this UCLA team, one stat in particular reveals a spot where the Bruins may struggle next season. We know that Trent Perry is an excellent player, and as he steps into the role that was once Donovan Dent’s, naturally the two will be compared.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / August 4

Why UCLA Doesn't Need To Bring Donovan Dent Back

The Bruins were good last year with Donovan Dent in the backcourt; that cannot be denied, as they made the March Madness tournament as a 7-seed before losing to the national runner-ups in the UConn Huskies.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / July 13

UCLA's Trent Perry Poised for Breakout Season After Transformation

UCLA returning guard Trent Perry is expected to make a huge leap forward in 2026-27, and he has been working on his body. Freelance sportswriter Aaron Heisen reported that UCLA guard “Trent (Perry) got huge.

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UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / July 12

UCLA Basketball: Projected Dynamic Lineup Alters Season Ceiling

UCLA basketball is set to return to greatness next season, or at least that's the hope residing in Westwood. The signing of 5-star Serbian Nikola Kusturica is a huge addition to the 2026-27 UCLA roster.

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Top projected 2028 NBA Draft pick officially signs with college team

Serbian star Nikola Kusturica is headed to UCLA after a heated recruitment battle for the versatile forward projected to be among the top picks in the 2028 NBA Draft.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / June 29

One UCLA Basketball Player Being Overlooked This Offseason

UCLA's men's basketball team has undergone significant roster turnover this season as it seeks to return to elite status. Much of the attention has been going to the key returners in Xavier Booker, Trent Perry, and Eric Dailey Jr., as well as the four transfer additions.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / June 8

How UCLA's Perry Can Become All-Big Ten Performer

Mick Cronin made many moves during this offseason, whether through the transfer portal or in high school recruiting. Mick Cronin brought in players such as Jaylen Petty from Texas Tech, Filip Jovic from Auburn, Sergej Macura from Mississippi State, and Azavier Robinson from Butler.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 24

Breaking Down UCLA Basketball's Potential Push for Top Portal Talent

Mick Cronin and UCLA have done a great job of retaining key players from last year's team and keeping them from moving into the transfer portal. Some key players, such as Trent Perry, Xavier Booker, and Eric Dailey, contributed to the Bruins' last season and were good role players.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 7

2 Bruins With Most To Prove Next Season

Next season will not only be a defining year for UCLA’s basketball program, but it will also be a defining year for these two players. This offseason, UCLA assembled a fairly solid roster.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 7

New Player Enters UCLA's Starting Lineup Projection

With UCLA’s offseason significantly slowing down, it is time to take a look at what next season’s roster could hold. Right now, UCLA only has two roster spots remaining.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 6

The Case for UCLA’s Top Recruit Starting Next Season

With UCLA’s offseason beginning to slow down, it’s time to take a look at a position that could spark the most controversy next season. Right now, many people project UCLA’s lineup to consist of Trent Perry, Jaylen Petty, Eric Dailey Jr., Filip Jovic, and Xavier Booker .

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 6

How Each Projected UCLA Starter Could Fall Short

While it is easy to project that each player will reach their ceiling next season, there is still a significant chance that UCLA’s starters disappoint.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 2

Why Next Season's Success for UCLA Falls on Trent Perry

The Bruins have hit this offseason hard, but there is still a glaring issue that has not been addressed. The Bruins have been able to bring in a lot of players to fix last season’s issues — rebounding, defense, consistency, you name it.

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UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 28

3 Bruins Who Must Improve Significantly Next Season

Even after bringing in six new players this offseason, UCLA still looks like a very fragile team. The Bruins have had a fairly successful transfer portal, but there are still concerns that put pressure on their top players.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 25

What UCLA's Rotation Would Look Like With Yessoufou

Tounde Yessoufou and UCLA are looking increasingly like a reality. It is still early, but if he does end up in Westwood, what would the lineup actually look like?

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 25

Donovan Dent's Departure Hurts, But It Will Be Manageable

The Bruins are losing one of their biggest pieces that they had from the 2025-2026 season in Donovan Dent, who led the team in some of their biggest moments across the season.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 18

Why Dailey Jr., Perry Will Ignite UCLA in 2027

When taking a look at UCLA’s current roster, there is a combination that could be absolutely deadly. Eric Dailey Jr. and Trent Perry are both set to return for the 2026–27 season.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 16

Predicting Which Bruins Will Improve the Most Next Year

UCLA has hit the transfer portal hard this offseason, which could make it more difficult to see major individual leaps during the season. Last year, the biggest year-to-year improvement came from Trent Perry, who began the season on the bench and finished as UCLA’s third-leading scorer.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 14