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Making Case for UCLA Basketball To Be Ranked in Preseason

The college basketball season is approaching quickly, and many AP poll voters are getting good looks at teams in exhibition games. While UCLA’s first exhibition match isn’t until Oct.

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3 UCLA Players To Watch in Week 6 Against Oregon

In the most crucial game of UCLA’s season, they’ll head into the matchup with the healthiest roster we’ve seen all year. To take down the Ducks on the road, these three players could prove to have a hand in the final result.

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UCLA Confidence Meter: How I'm Feeling About Each Position Group

As the Bruins prepare to battle the Ducks on the road, here’s where my confidence lies with each positional group heading into the contest. I feel moderately confident about Nico Iamaleava heading into the matchup against the Ducks .

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Why Win Over Oregon Crucial for UCLA Football's 2026 Ceiling

In a ranked-on-ranked matchup at Autzen Stadium, this game could very well be the most important one of the season for the Bruins. This game has a ton of value following a win and could also have some interesting effects if UCLA were to lose.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / October 10

Oregon Ducks vs. UCLA Bruins: Final Preview and Prediction

No. 21 UCLA will put its unblemished record on the line when the Bruins (4-0, 2-0 Big Ten) travel to Autzen Stadium on Saturday to face No. 13 Oregon (3-1, 1-0 Big Ten).

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 9

UCLA vs. Oregon: Preview, Storylines, Announcers

The Bruins will travel to Eugene to play a No. 13-ranked Oregon team coming off a win against their cross-town rivals a week ago. This is a ranked matchup nobody saw coming, as UCLA is one of the more surprising teams in the country, and Oregon has looked much more beatable than we originally thought.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 9

3 Matchups That Will Decide UCLA’s Week 6 Game Against Oregon

There has not been, and likely will not be, a game as big for UCLA as the one they have in front of them. UCLA has found itself in a surprising situation, to say the least, as they prepare to head to Eugene to take on the Ducks in a ranked matchup in Week 6.

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One Underrated Advantage With UCLA Basketball Schedule

Looking at UCLA’s slate of games on their full schedule this season, and particularly their non-conference matchups, the Bruins may have their hands full to begin the season.

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3 Stats That Could Decide UCLA's Result Against Oregon

The Bruins will need every ounce of talent they can muster to take down the Ducks in Autzen Stadium. To leave Eugene with a win on Saturday, these three stats may prove to be crucial in the Bruins' pursuit of a 5-0 record.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 8

3 Storylines I'm Watching Most in UCLA's Week 6 Matchup

As UCLA heads into the biggest game of its season, here are the three storylines I will be watching that could turn the tide in favor of the Bruins. UCLA has been dominant in taking the ball away at a high rate so far this season.

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Why Trent Perry Has Huge Opportunity at UCLA This Season

UCLA’s roster boasts a great core of returning players, while also welcoming newcomers poised to make a huge difference in Mick Cronin’s eighth season with the team.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 7

Biggest Questions UCLA Needs To Answer Before Season

As UCLA heads into the 2026-27 season under Mick Cronin, here are some of the biggest questions surrounding the Bruins. Highlighting the frontcourt is the duo of Eric Dailey Jr.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / October 7

What Oregon's Betting Odds vs. UCLA Mean for the Ducks

The No. 13 Oregon Ducks (3-1, 1-0 Big Ten) and coach Dan Lanning have had some time to collect their thoughts during their bye week. Even redshirt junior quarterback Dante Moore could rest some more after suffering a concussion in the victory at the USC Trojans on Sept.

Xavier Booker News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 7

Why UCLA’s Xavier Booker Is Ready for Next Step

When talking about players on the verge of breaking into their best years in college basketball, returning center Xavier Booker is right there on the doorstep.

Trent Perry News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 7

Trent Perry Has a Huge Opportunity at UCLA This Season

UCLA’s roster boasts a great core of returning players, while also welcoming newcomers poised to make a huge difference in Mick Cronin’s eighth season with the team.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 7

Bob Chesney Has Bigger Goals After UCLA's Stunning Start

When you talk about expectations surrounding this UCLA team, there’s a great argument to be made that the Bruins have just about already exceeded the expectations for the season.