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UCLA lands Auburn forward Filip Jovic as 2026 transfer era begins
sports1 day ago

UCLA lands Auburn forward Filip Jovic as 2026 transfer era begins

Auburn transfer Filip Jovic, a 6'9 Serbian forward who averaged 5.9 points and 4.1 rebounds in 18 minutes per game this past season, commits to UCLA, signaling the Bruins’ first 2026 transfer and a step in roster rebuilding under Mick Cronin. Jovic arrives with three years of eligibility and follows UCLA’s 24-12 season that ended in a Second Round exit; Auburn finished 20-16 and missed the NCAA Tournament bubble. UCLA’s roster picture remains fluid, with departures like Donovan Dent and Tyler Bildeau and returning players such as Eric Daily and Trent Perry, plus incoming Joe Philon anticipated to help shape the lineup.

Kimmel's Trump Obsession Overshadows UCLA Interview, Sparking Backlash
culture2 days ago

Kimmel's Trump Obsession Overshadows UCLA Interview, Sparking Backlash

OutKick argues that Jimmy Kimmel dominated a UCLA women's basketball interview with repeated Trump references, showcasing what the piece calls his Trump-derangement and prompting pushback from the UCLA players. The article also frames the late-night landscape as a ratings contest among Kimmel, Gutfeld, and Colbert/Oprah appearances, while noting Disney-backed pay as a factor in Kimmel’s continued run.

Huskers Slam Four Homers to Clinch Series Against UCLA
softball12 days ago

Huskers Slam Four Homers to Clinch Series Against UCLA

The No. 9 Nebraska softball team beat No. 7 UCLA 8-4 at Bowlin Stadium, fueled by four home runs (three in the second inning) to clinch the series. Hannah Camenzind drove in three with a three-run homer, while Alexis Jensen and Ava Kuszak also homer in the big second inning; Jordy Frahm added a homer and went 2-for-4. Jensen (13-2) earned the win over six innings, Frahm closed out the final frame, and Brynne Nally (2-1) took the loss for UCLA. Nebraska improves to 26-6, 8-1 Big Ten, while UCLA falls to 29-5, 10-2 Big Ten. This marked Nebraska’s first top-10 series win since 2013, and they’ll host Creighton on Tuesday.

Frahm Breaks NU Softball Saves Record in 4-1 Victory Over UCLA
softball13 days ago

Frahm Breaks NU Softball Saves Record in 4-1 Victory Over UCLA

Nebraska softball edged No. 7 UCLA 4-1 at Bowlin Stadium as Jordy Frahm broke NU’s single-season saves record with eight, while Alexis Jensen earned the win and Hannah Camenzind drove in three runs with a homer. NU built a 2-1 lead in the fifth and added two insurance runs in the sixth, then Frahm closed with two scoreless innings. The Huskers improve to 25-5, 7-0 in the Big Ten, extend their win streak to 14, and secure their first series win over UCLA since 1987. The teams meet again tomorrow at 2 p.m. CT on B1G+.

Bruins Break Away in Sweet 16, Ending Minnesota’s Run
sports13 days ago

Bruins Break Away in Sweet 16, Ending Minnesota’s Run

No. 1 UCLA pulled away in the second half to defeat Minnesota 80-56 in the NCAA women's Sweet 16, ending the Gophers’ season at 24-9. UCLA outscored Minnesota 46-27 after halftime, led by Kiki Rice with 21 points and Lauren Betts with 16 points and five blocks, while Minnesota struggled to attack the Bruins’ size and received limited bench production. Minnesota also heads into offseason with Amaya Battle and Sophie Hart set to graduate, though key returners such as Mara Braun, Grace Grocholski and Tori McKinney remain.

Dent’s Dimes Drive UCLA Past UCF in March Madness Opener
sports21 days ago

Dent’s Dimes Drive UCLA Past UCF in March Madness Opener

UCLA is a 5.5-point favorite over UCF in the Round of 64 in Philadelphia, with Donovan Dent’s health and playmaking shaping UCLA’s chances. The standout pick is Dent Over 8.5 assists (+102), backed by his recent high-assist run and UCF’s defense allowing plenty of assists; the projected total sits around 152.5, and several same-game parlay bets are highlighted as options for bettors.

Bruins Edge Boilers 73-66 in Big Ten Semifinal, Covering the Spread
sports27 days ago

Bruins Edge Boilers 73-66 in Big Ten Semifinal, Covering the Spread

In the Big Ten Tournament semifinal at the United Center, UCLA upset Purdue 73-66, with UCLA covering the +7.5 spread amid injuries to Tyler Bilodeau and Donovan Dent; the SportsLine page features expert picks and projections for the matchup, highlighting UCLA's late-season surge and Purdue's recent form, along with opening odds and betting splits.

Late-Season Surges Put UCLA, TCU, and Georgia in Strong Dance Position
sports1 month ago

Late-Season Surges Put UCLA, TCU, and Georgia in Strong Dance Position

SI’s latest bracket projection tightens the race to Selection Sunday: UCLA vaults to the No. 8 seed after beating Nebraska, TCU’s win over Texas Tech strengthens its at-large case, and Georgia’s 21st win cements its dancing prospects; the piece also flags bubble tension around NC State, SMU, Cincinnati, Belmont, and BYU as conference tournaments approach and automatic bids are on the line.

UCLA Leads No. 1 Seed in 2026 Big Ten Women’s Tournament Bracket
sports1 month ago

UCLA Leads No. 1 Seed in 2026 Big Ten Women’s Tournament Bracket

The Big Ten unveiled the 2026 Allstate Big Ten Women’s Basketball Tournament bracket for March 4-8 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, with UCLA as the No. 1 seed, Iowa No. 2, Michigan No. 3 and Minnesota No. 4. All 14 games will be nationally televised: opening round on Peacock, later rounds on BTN, with the Sunday final on CBS at 2:15 p.m. ET.