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UCLA Bruins Aim for Elite Eight Under Coach Mick Cronin’s Revamped Roster

UCLA’s basketball program is entering a pivotal season as head coach Mick Cronin begins his eighth year at the helm, a tenure marked by both promise and frustration. A year ago the Bruins entered the campaign as a preseason top‑12 squad but ultimately slipped to an unranked 24‑12 record, leaving fans eager for redemption. The only major contributor returning from that roster is guard Trent Perry, who posted 13 points per game last season while shooting 43 percent from the field, and his role is expected to expand. Cronin has bolstered the squad with several high‑profile transfers, among them Jaylen Petty and Filip Jovic, while guard Donovan Dent struggled to meet expectations after his own move to Westwood. The Big Ten remains the most competitive conference in college basketball, with traditional powerhouses such as Michigan, Illinois, Michigan State, Purdue and Wisconsin all vying for the national title. If the new arrivals click, the Bruins’ best‑case scenario could see them advance to the Elite Eight of the NCAA tournament, a goal that has eluded them in recent years.

Jun 21, 2026

DeAndre Haynes Joins Washington Coaching Staff

Washington head men’s basketball coach Danny Sprinkle announced the addition of DeAndre Haynes as an assistant coach, highlighting the veteran’s extensive playing and coaching background.

Jun 20, 2026

James Franklin’s Rapid Turnaround at Virginia Tech

Virginia Tech’s new head coach James Franklin has quickly elevated the program’s recruiting standing, landing top transfer portal classes and climbing to No. 2 among ACC coaches according to Andy Staples.

Jun 20, 2026