LOS ANGELES — UCLA used a balanced offensive performance and a dominant presence on the boards to pull away from California Baptist, winning 100-53 in men’s basketball action Oct. 21.
Eric Dailey Jr. led the Bruins with 25 points, shooting 9 of 13 from the field and connecting on seven 3-pointers in nine attempts. UCLA had five players score in double figures, while its defense and rebounding helped the Bruins build a commanding advantage.
Joe Philon III added 13 points, and Jaylen Petty contributed 12. Nikola Kusturica, Azavi Robinson and Filip Jovic each finished with 10 points as UCLA reached the century mark.
The Bruins controlled the glass, outrebounding California Baptist 57-? The available UCLA box score listed 57 rebounds, including 21 offensive boards, underscoring UCLA’s ability to generate additional scoring opportunities.
UCLA also recorded 21 assists and committed just eight turnovers. The Bruins shot 44.7% from the field, made 12 of 37 attempts from 3-point range and converted 20 of 26 free throws.
Kusturica contributed across the stat sheet with 10 points, eight rebounds and six assists. Xavier Booker added eight points and nine rebounds, while Philon recorded seven rebounds to help UCLA maintain its advantage inside.
UCLA’s largest lead reached 50 points, according to the game statistics. The Bruins also put together a 13-0 run, further widening the gap as the game progressed.
California Baptist was unable to keep pace with UCLA’s scoring depth and rebounding production. The Bruins’ combination of perimeter shooting, second-chance opportunities and contributions from multiple players made the difference in the lopsided result.
“Get guys to get to the next advantage and not settle for bad shots,” Cronin said.
Dailey Jr.’s shooting was the standout individual performance, but UCLA’s overall production highlighted the team effort behind the victory.
UCLA finished with 100 points, 57 rebounds and 21 assists in a convincing win over California Baptist.
