UCLA Bruins (10-2, 2-0 Big Ten) take on the No. 14 Gonzaga Bulldogs (9-3) in an exciting matchup at the Forum in Inglewood, California, on Saturday at 4 p.m. EST.
The Bruins have excelled against non-conference opponents with a 8-2 record, and they thrive when limiting turnovers, averaging only 10.8 per game. UCLA’s strong performance from the field, shooting 48.2%, will be tested by Gonzaga’s stifling defense.
Gonzaga, meanwhile, has been dominant on offense, scoring an average of 89.3 points per game while outscoring opponents by 19.9 points. The Bulldogs’ sharpshooting ability, averaging 8.0 made three-pointers per game, poses a significant threat to UCLA’s defense.
Top performers for the two teams include Tyler Bilodeau for UCLA (15.1 points and 5.3 rebounds) and Graham Ike for Gonzaga (15.5 points and 6.6 rebounds).
Recent form shows that both teams are in excellent shape, with UCLA boasting a 9-1 record in their last ten games, while Gonzaga sits at 7-3. The Bulldogs’ strong rebounding (36.3) and assist numbers (18.7) will be crucial in their bid to secure victory.
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Source: https://www.foxsports.com/articles/cfb/no-22-ucla-bruins-and-the-no-14-gonzaga-bulldogs-square-off-in-inglewood-california