UCLA Triumphs Over Washington
In a competitive showdown on Saturday evening, UCLA emerged victorious over Washington with a final score of 77-73. Trent Perry was a standout performer for the Bruins, contributing 23 points to the team’s success.
Key Performers
Both Donovan Dent and Tyler Bilodeau also played crucial roles, with Dent recording a double-double—17 points, 10 assists, 6 rebounds, and 3 steals—while Bilodeau added 19 points in a game that saw him dealing with foul trouble, as he played just 23 minutes.
Game Highlights
Despite Washington’s efforts to close the gap, including cutting the deficit to just one point midway through the second half, the Bruins responded effectively. After Washington’s Wesley Yates III made it a two-point game with less than six minutes remaining, Bilodeau answered promptly with a three-point play, followed by a jumper from Eric Dailey Jr. and another layup from Dent, which extended UCLA’s lead to 67-58 with only 1:37 on the clock. Down the stretch, UCLA managed to convert 10 out of 12 free throws to secure the win.
Washington’s Efforts
Yates led the Huskies with 21 points, supported by Hannes Steinbach and Quimari Peterson, who scored 13 and 12 points respectively, the latter also recording a season-best 7 assists. Unfortunately for UCLA, Skyy Clark was sidelined due to a hamstring injury.
Historical Context
The victory marked UCLA’s fourth consecutive win against Washington as they strengthen their historical dominance over the Huskies, now leading the series 112-44—71-8 when playing in Los Angeles. Earlier in the game, Washington had jumped out to an eight-point advantage, their largest of the contest, but a surge from UCLA, including a pivotal 3-pointer by Perry, shifted momentum and gave the Bruins a crucial lead late in the first half.
Looking Ahead
Looking ahead, Washington is set to face Penn State on Wednesday, while UCLA prepares for a challenging matchup against No. 2 Michigan next Saturday.
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