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UCLA Bruins Dominate UC Irvine 94-64 in Exhibition

10/29/2025

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The UCLA Bruins defeated UC Irvine 94-64 in their exhibition on October 28, 2025.
Tyler Bilodeau scored 19 points.
Donovan Dent scored 16 points.
Head coach Mick Cronin praised the performance and emphasized development for younger players such as Trent Perry.
The Bruins are ranked No. 12 in the preseason AP poll and will open the season on November 3 against Eastern Washington at Pauley Pavilion in Los Angeles, California.

History

Historical Context

The 1979 NCAA Basketball Championship, held on March 26, featured Michigan State defeating Indiana State 75-64, marking the Spartans' first national title. This game introduced future NBA legends Magic Johnson and Larry Bird, igniting a rivalry that would elevate the NBA's popularity in the 1980s. The championship also set a record with a 24.1 Nielsen rating, showcasing the growing appeal of college basketball.

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Story summary

The UCLA Bruins defeated UC Irvine 94-64 in their exhibition on October 28, 2025.
Tyler Bilodeau scored 19 points.
Donovan Dent scored 16 points.
Head coach Mick Cronin praised the performance and emphasized development for younger players such as Trent Perry.
The Bruins are ranked No. 12 in the preseason AP poll and will open the season on November 3 against Eastern Washington at Pauley Pavilion in Los Angeles, California.

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