Men'S Basketball

Feb 4, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Lazar Stefanovic (10) celebrates after a 3-point basket late in the second half Michigan State Spartans at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

UCLA Senior Guard Sends Heartfelt Sendoff

Serbian guard Lazar Stefanovic sent out a heartfelt final message to UCLA fans.

Connor Moreno
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Feb 4, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Lazar Stefanovic (10) celebrates after a 3-point basket late in the second half Michigan State Spartans at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

UCLA Senior Guard Sends Heartfelt Sendoff

Serbian guard Lazar Stefanovic sent out a heartfelt final message to UCLA fans.

Connor Moreno
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Mar 20, 2025; Cleveland, OH, USA; New Mexico Lobos guard Donovan Dent (2) speak with the media during NCAA Tournament First Round Practice at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Can UCLA Vault Donovan Dent to NBA Draft Conversation?

Donovan Dent got better every year while playing for New Mexico. Now, he's a UCLA Bruin, and it just may help him sneak into Draft conversations.

Greg Liodice
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Feb 13, 2024; Los Angeles, CA, USA;  UCLA Bruins athletic director Martin Jarmond listens as DeShaun Foster speaks to media after he was introduced as the new head football coach during a press conference at Pauley Pavilion.  Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

BREAKING: UCLA Makes Historic Private Equity Deal to Fund Athletics

UCLA is joining Penn State as the first two universities in history to take on private capital for their athletic departments.

Connor Moreno
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Oct 12, 2024; Pasadena, California, USA;  UCLA Bruins wide receiver Logan Loya (17) leaps to make a catch against Minnesota Golden Gophers defensive back Ethan Robinson (2) during the first quarter at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

How UCLA's New Chancellor Will Inspire Success in Bruins Athletics

UCLA's new chancellor Julio Frenk made it known that athletics will be of premium importance.

Connor Moreno
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Feb 13, 2024; Los Angeles, CA, USA;  UCLA Bruins athletic director Martin Jarmond introduces DeShaun Foster as the new head football coach during a press conference at Pauley Pavilion.  Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

UCLA AD Shares Revenue-Sharing Plan Amid Historic Ruling

UCLA athletic director Martin Jarmond outlined his plans to share revenue with student-athletes following a historic NCAA settlement.

Connor Moreno
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Mar 2, 2024; Pullman, Washington, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Brandon Williams (5) runs back pin defense against the Washington State Cougars in the second half at Friel Court at Beasley Coliseum. Washington State Cougars won 77-65. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images

UCLA's Brandon Williams Looking to Make an Impact in 2025

After redshirting the 2024 season, forward Brandon Williams is aiming to make 2025 the season he breaks out and contributes to UCLA's success.

Greg Liodice
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Mar 20, 2025; Lexington, KY, USA;  UCLA Bruins guard Kobe Johnson (0) shoots the ball during the second half against the Utah State Aggies in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Rupp Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Is Kobe Johnson an NBA Player?

Kobe Johnson is the only UCLA player in the 2025 NBA Draft, but people are torn on whether he should be drafted or not. It bears the question though; is he an NBA player?

Greg Liodice
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Mar 8, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; UCLA Bruins forward Tyler Bilodeau (34) and guard Dylan Andrews (2) celebrate in the first half against the Southern California Trojans at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Where Bruins Rank in Top 25 After NBA Draft Withdrawal

ESPN released its college basketball rankings after the deadline to withdrawal from the NBA Draft passed. Here's where the UCLA Bruins rank.

Connor Moreno
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Feb 1, 2025; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Miami Heat forward Kevin Love (42) reacts after guard Terry Rozier (2) scored during the second half against the San Antonio Spurs at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

Is UCLA Alum Kevin Love a Hall of Famer?

With over 16 years of a storied career, Kevin Love isn't done playing basketball. But when it's all said and done, does he have what it takes to make the Hall of Fame? Many are divided.

Greg Liodice
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Mar 20, 2025; Lexington, KY, USA;  UCLA Bruins guard Eric Dailey Jr. (3) reacts during the second half against the Utah State Aggies in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Rupp Arena. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

Where Does Dick Vitale Rank UCLA Basketball?

Dick Vitale ranked college basketball's 12 best teams ahead of the season and the former head coach ranked the UCLA Bruins in the top-10.

Connor Moreno
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Mar 8, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Eric Dailey Jr. (3) reacts after a three-point basket against the Southern California Trojans in the first half at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

UCLA Bruins Insider Podcast: Men's Basketball Ranking Next Season

In today's episode, we take a look at where Dick Vitale ranked the UCLA Bruins among all teams next season.

Connor Moreno
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Mar 31, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Miami Heat guard Jaime Jaquez Jr. (11) warms up prior to the game against against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

UCLA Star Playing Interesting Role in NBA Finals

Former UCLA Bruin Jaime Jaquez Jr. is going to the NBA Finals... but not in the way you may think.

Connor Moreno
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Jan 31, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA;  Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday (4) looks on against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

UCLA's Jrue Holiday Among Top Names in NBA Trade Market

Former UCLA Bruin and current Boston Celtic Jrue Holiday's contract situation makes him a likely trade candidate this offseason.

Connor Moreno
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Feb 23, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Mick Cronin in the team huddle during a timeout in the first half against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

3 Questions Heading Into UCLA's 2025-26 Season

After a 23-11 record last season, there's plenty that the UCLA Bruins need to clean up. As we lean into the 2025-26 season, there are three questions to ponder for the Bruins to become a perennial Final Four program.

Greg Liodice
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Jan 27, 2024; New York, New York, USA; Miami Heat forward Kevin Love (42) runs up court after making a basket against the New York Knicks during the second half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

UCLA Great Pays Respects to Sports Science Founder

Former UCLA Bruin and future NBA Hall of Famer Kevin Love speaks on depression after the sad passing of ESPN Sports Science host John Brenkus.

Connor Moreno
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Mar 23, 1974; Greensboro, NC, USA; FILE PHOTO; UCLA Bruins center (32) Bill Walton in action against the North Carolina State Wolfpack during the 1974 Final Four.  Mandatory Credit: Malcolm Emmons-Imagn Images

Late Bill Walton's UCLA Memorabilia Up for Auction

Many of late UCLA Bruins legend Bill Walton's personal artifacts will be up for auction in June to commemorate the basketball legend.

Connor Moreno
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Feb 28, 2019; Los Angeles, CA, USA; ESPN broadcasters Bill Walton (left) and Dave Pasch in the second half of an NCAA basketball game between the Southern California Trojans and the UCLA Bruins at Pauley Pavilion.Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Bruins to Honor Late Legend at Intuit Dome Next Season

The UCLA Bruins and former Pac-12 basketball rivals, Arizona, will play a Hall of Fame Series game at Intuit Dome next season to honor the late Bill Walton.

Connor Moreno
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Mar 23, 2025; Cleveland, OH, USA; New Mexico Lobos guard Donovan Dent (2) dribbles in the first half against the Michigan State Spartans during the NCAA Tournament Second Round at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Who Can Be UCLA's Closer This Season?

Transfer guard from New Mexico, Donovan Dent, was one of the NCAA's top scorers in the 2024-25 season. Now he comes into Westwood as a player who can put the UCLA Bruins over the edge.

Greg Liodice
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Mar 15, 2023; Sacramento, CA, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Mike Cronin addresses the media in a press conference during practice day at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

Conference Realignment, Travel Proven Difficult for UCLA Athletics

The intense travel that came with moving to the Big Ten proved to be difficult for many UCLA sports teams in their inaugural year in the conference.

Connor Moreno
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Mar 23, 2025; Cleveland, OH, USA; New Mexico Lobos guard Donovan Dent (2) dribbles in the first half against the Michigan State Spartans during the NCAA Tournament Second Round at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Where Does UCLA Rank on 2025 Basketball Transfer List?

Highlighted by five-star transfer Donovan Dent, the UCLA Bruins find themselves in a favorable spot on 247 Sports' 2025 basketball transfer rankings.

Connor Moreno
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Mar 19, 2017; Sacramento, CA, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Lonzo Ball (2) look on in game against the Cincinnati Bearcats during the second round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

Fans Reminisce on UCLA Guard as Pacers Make NBA Finals

Former UCLA Bruin Lonzo Ball is making nostalgic rounds as Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers make the NBA Finals with a similar style of play.

Connor Moreno
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Mar 22, 2025; Lexington, KY, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Mick Cronin reacts during the first half against the Tennessee Volunteers in the second round of the NCAA Tournament at Rupp Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Where UCLA Stands in SI's Top 25 Rankings

Sports Illustrated released its "way-too-early Top 25," and UCLA wasn't as highly regarded as some other rankings have had it.

Aidan Champion
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Dec 29, 2011; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Jason Kapono (28) is defended by New York Knicks forward Bill Walker (5) at the Staples Center. The Lakers defeated the Knicks 99-82. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee/Image of Sport-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

UCLA to Induct Scoring Legend to Athletic Hall of Fame

Former UCLA Bruins legend Jason Kapono will be inducted into the UCLA Hall of Fame.

Tom Cavanaugh
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Dec 17, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; The UCLA Bruins logo at midcourt at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
News

Podcast: Top Moments Covered in 2024-25 Season

Our latest episode of the UCLA Bruins Insider Podcast recaps the top athletic moments from this past calendar year. Despite some rough patches, there was a lot to relish in from UCLA's first year in the Big Ten.

Tom Cavanaugh
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Mar 22, 2025; Lexington, KY, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Mick Cronin reacts during the first half against the Tennessee Volunteers in the second round of the NCAA Tournament at Rupp Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

UCLA Bruins Could See Expanded NCAA Tournament in Few Years

The UCLA Bruins continue to watch college basketball grow out of control.

Brock Vierra
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