UCLA defeats Colorado to clinch its first Pac-12 championship in a decade BOULDER, COLO. — It was a natural high at 5,346 feet above sea level. Los Angeles Times · Feb 27, 2023
Jaime Jaquez Jr., Tyger Campbell step it up as No. 4 UCLA holds off Utah SALT LAKE CITY — The possibility made the rounds, players on the verge of something UCLA had not done in a decade talking about another Pac-12 regular-season championship. Los Angeles Times · Feb 24, 2023
No. 4 UCLA rallies to beat Stanford and extend nation’s longest active home win streak LOS ANGELES — Mick Cronin and Tyger Campbell have been in lockstep since Cronin’s arrival nearly four years ago, the feisty coach and his fiery point guard sticking together through nearly every conceivable situation. Los Angeles Times · Feb 17, 2023
One of These Teams Will Win the 2023 Men’s NCAA Tournament SI’s annual pool from which the national champion will emerge is here. Sports Illustrated · Feb 15, 2023
Jaime Jaquez Jr. powers No. 9 UCLA in a get-well rout of Washington State LOS ANGELES — It was a get-well card to themselves, complete with hearts and smiley faces. Los Angeles Times · Feb 5, 2023
No. 9 UCLA haunted by turnovers and other issues in win over Washington LOS ANGELES — It didn’t seem like the sort of game that would involve any nervous moments for UCLA. Los Angeles Times · Feb 3, 2023
Dylan Hernandez: UCLA's woeful offense needs a Mick Cronin overhaul to be Final Four worthy LOS ANGELES — The shot clock about to expire, David Singleton heaved the ball from a step or two inside of the half-court line, his effort striking the top of the backboard. Los Angeles Times · Jan 27, 2023
UCLA rally falls short at Arizona as Wildcats snap Bruins’ 14-game win streak TUCSON, Ariz. — Elite defense can only take you so far. Los Angeles Times · Jan 21, 2023
UCLA will try to have final say against Arizona and its Bruin-bashing fans TUCSON, Ariz. — Having silenced a record-sized Arizona State student section wielding snarky signs and booing its every move, UCLA is moving on from the undercard of animosity to the main event. Los Angeles Times · Jan 20, 2023
No. 5 UCLA finds a way to hold off Arizona State, extends win streak to 14 TEMPE, Ariz. — Just keep finding a way. Los Angeles Times · Jan 20, 2023
Adem Bona keeps breakout season going as No. 7 UCLA routs Utah LOS ANGELES — Adem Bona can always take Mick Cronin out of a grumpy mood, whether it’s by flashing a wide smile or throwing an arm around his coach’s shoulder and telling him everything is going to be all right. Los Angeles Times · Jan 13, 2023
No. 11 UCLA dominates Washington to extend winning streak to 10 games SEATTLE — Adem Bona scored a career-high 18 points, Jaime Jaquez Jr. added another 17, and No. 11 UCLA defeated Washington, 74-49, on Sunday night. Los Angeles Times · Jan 2, 2023
Jaylen Clark and UCLA overcome slow start to knock off UC Davis, win eighth straight LOS ANGELES — UCLA head coach Mick Cronin knew his team tapped into something special and familiar during its east coast road trip, which saw the Bruins take down ranked opponents Maryland and Kentucky. Los Angeles Times · Dec 22, 2022
No. 16 UCLA defeats No. 13 Kentucky to extend its winning streak to seven games NEW YORK — UCLA’s trip to the East Coast was a roaring success. All one had to do was listen. Los Angeles Times · Dec 18, 2022
Los Angeles Times · Dec 15, 2022 No. 16 UCLA starts off quick and never looks back in dominant win over No. 20 Maryland COLLEGE PARK, Md. — It was a special greeting, from one future Big Ten rival to another.
Los Angeles Times · Dec 11, 2022 Reserves jump-start UCLA victory over Denver on emotional afternoon LOS ANGELES — The emotions lingered long after the pregame ceremony ended.
Los Angeles Times · Dec 2, 2022 Jaime Jaquez Jr., UCLA hold off Stanford to win Pac-12 opener PALO ALTO, Calif. — The massive early run and all those turnovers UCLA forced were not going to lead to the easy evening the Bruins once envisioned.
Los Angeles Times · Nov 28, 2022 Jaime Jaquez Jr. scores 27 in UCLA’s rout of Bellarmine LOS ANGELES — Having drawn a double team near the basket late in the first half, UCLA’s Adem Bona threw an over-the-head pass to David Singleton beyond the top of the three-point arc. Singleton swung the ball to an open Dylan Andrews on the wing before Andrews flipped it to…
Los Angeles Times · Nov 19, 2022 ‘We caved’: UCLA fails miserably in first test of season, losing to Illinois LAS VEGAS — When UCLA had trouble just getting the ball to midcourt, the Bruins frazzled by swarming bodies and waving arms, it was obvious they weren’t playing a low-major team on their home court anymore.
Los Angeles Times · Nov 12, 2022 Sixth man David Singleton’s shooting sparks No. 8 UCLA in win over Long Beach State LOS ANGELES — Most preseason assessments of UCLA centered on the three veteran starters being joined by a group of enticing freshmen.
Los Angeles Times · Nov 7, 2022 Tyger Campbell, Jaime Jaquez Jr. lead talent-laden UCLA's title hopes They had made so many trips around the college basketball block that their odometers nearly rolled over. What might they have possibly missed?
Los Angeles Times · Oct 31, 2022 High-flying Amari Bailey should make an instant impact for UCLA with skills and savvy The legend of Amari Bailey sprouted in a preseason scrimmage with no one watching and nothing at stake besides the respect of his coaches and teammates.
Los Angeles Times · Oct 27, 2022 Pac-12 commissioner George Kliavkoff still contends UCLA's exit is a major misstep Like a point guard trying to force a turnover to complete an improbable rally, Pac-12 commissioner George Kliavkoff remained on the attack Wednesday in his bid to keep UCLA from abandoning his conference for the Big Ten.
Los Angeles Times · Oct 7, 2022 As UCLA eyes national title, Mick Cronin sets a high bar for his eight freshmen LOS ANGELES — A year after Mick Cronin brought everyone back, it’s back to basics for UCLA basketball.
Los Angeles Times · Jul 21, 2022 All together now: New UCLA NIL collective led by current and former Bruins LOS ANGELES — Their name will be revered by those they inspire to wear the four letters.