The future has never looked brighter in Westwood; however, there is still a massive mountain the Bruins need to climb before they can claim any success.
It has been a wild year for UCLA football. In this article, we will be discussing the good things about UCLA football as well as some of the forgettable parts about the team The Bruins finished the season 3–9, and while there were moments of optimism, the lows ultimately outweighed the highs.
The Bruins are currently 10-1, after winning their last four games. UCLA's only loss came at the hands of now No. 2 Texas in a rough neutral-site game.
The Bruins had a very solid bounce-back game following the loss to a really tough Gonzaga team the game prior; here is how the Bruins would grade out in their bounce-back game.
It can't be overstated how important the 2027 recruiting cycle will be for UCLA and new head coach Bob Chesney once he arrives on campus in Westwood. Bringing
The Bruins would squeak out a win against a decent ASU team, winning 90-77. UCLA would have a very strong offensive outing against ASU, a team that was entering this matchup 9-2.
The Bruins would bounce back against Arizona State, winning 90-77, in a game where the Bruins' starters really stepped up. After losing a heartbreaker to No.
The Bruins would deliver a massive win against Cal Poly in a game that was not close from the tipoff. UCLA would cruise past the Mustangs 115-28, in a game that really put the dominance of this Bruins team on full display.
The Bruins were able to blow past the Cal Poly Mustangs 115-28 thanks to some very notable Bruins performances. UCLA’s playmakers were the driving force behind this dominant win, scoring at will and leaving little doubt which team was in control.
Here is the official recap of UCLA vs Arizona State. UCLA entered the night at 7–3 with expectations firmly in its corner, opening as a 9.5-point favorite against a 9–2 Arizona State team.
While there are many tasks that new UCLA head coach Bob Chesney needs to tackle once he arrives in Westwood after his playoff run with James Madison, perhaps the most important is starting to build the Bruins' 2027 recruiting board.
The No. 2 prospect in the country logged her first minutes as Bruin, here is how she did. Sienna Betts delivered a solid performance in her first game as a Bruin, finishing with five points while making her lone shot attempt.
The Bruins would absolute dominate the Mustangs, 115-28, here is how they did it. UCLA played a great game, hands down, and we were also able to see some good Sienna Betts minutes for the first time this season.
Although the 2026 transfer portal window doesn't officially open until January, several players across the country have already announced their intention
The Bruins look to send a clear message to the league against Cal Poly. Here’s everything you need to know before tipoff. The Bruins enter the matchup at 9–1, with Cal Poly providing an opportunity to reach double-digit wins.
The Bruins are looking to bounce back against Arizona State, following their heartbreaking loss to Gonzaga. The Bruins should be able to pull away in this one if all things go well.
Here are three Bruins that you can expect to have great outings against Cal Poly. The Bruins sit at 9–1 and are poised to reach double-digit wins, especially if key contributors step up in a big way in this matchup.
The Bruins currently sit at 9-1, with a good chance to become 10-1 following the matchup against Cal Poly. The Bruins have been one of the most dominant teams this season, featuring a star-studded roster that will continue to add more star power as the season progresses.
After falling to Gonzaga, the Bruins need this player to step up if there is any hope for a deep run in March. The player in question is Xavier Booker , a 6-foot-11 forward who has been forced to play primarily at center.
While targeting high school prospects isn't necessarily UCLA's priority anymore, the Bruins had a few key recruits that they were looking to land in the 2026 cycle.
It was a rough game for the Bruins, losing to No. 8 Gonzaga 82-72, in a game that was well within reach later in the second half. Mick Cronin would address everything that he felt when wrong in this one.
Donovan Dent played one of his better games of the season against No. 8 Gonzaga. Here is what he said following the game. Donovan Dent is still ironing out a few kinks in his game, but his growing comfort was evident throughout the night.
After getting thrashed by Gonzaga, there have been plenty of questions surrounding the team that could prove to be a detriment later on in the season. After the 82–72 loss , much of the criticism has shifted toward Mick Cronin—not necessarily for in-game strategy, but for roster construction.
The Bruins currently sit at 7–3. After going 3–2 over their last five games, here’s a look at UCLA’s next five-game forecast. After dropping the final game of a five-game stretch to No.
UCLA would fall to No. 8 Gonzaga 82-72 in a game that should have gone the Bruins way if not for a few rough outing from our Bruins. The Bruins played ok for the most part; however, certain players on the Bruins really needed to have a big game, and they didn't.