Mick Cronin is pleased with UCLA's defensive effort in 71-40 victory over Boston U., but some of the issues that led to their loss to New Mexico return.
Tyler Bilodeau finished with 23 points and 15 rebounds, but No. 22 UCLA struggled with its shooting in a 72-64 loss to New Mexico that hurt its chances of remaining ranked.
The emergence of freshman receiver Kwazi Gilmer as a primary receiver has been a pleasant surprise for the Bruins. He leads the team with 213 yards on 16 catches.
Kobe Johnson is a two-way force and Tyler Bilodeau shows off his offensive skill set as new-look UCLA opens the season with an 85-50 victory over Rider.
The Bruins have nine new players this season, six transfers and three freshmen, and should be better at scoring, rebounding and defending with new cast.
Tony White was a candidate for the UCLA coaching job that went to DeShaun Foster. He's now looking to beat the Bruins as Nebraska's defensive coordinator.