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UCLA's Cronin Slams Big Ten Schedule After Purdue Win

1/21/2026

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UCLA men's basketball coach Mick Cronin criticized the Big Ten schedule after UCLA's 69-67 victory over No. 4 Purdue, citing five road games in seven and Purdue's two-day rest.
The Bruins improved to 13-6 overall and 5-3 in conference play.
Donovan Dent led UCLA with 23 points.
The win marked a significant moment for UCLA as the program aims to build momentum in the Big Ten.

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UCLA men's basketball coach Mick Cronin criticized the Big Ten schedule after UCLA's 69-67 victory over No. 4 Purdue, citing five road games in seven and Purdue's two-day rest.
The Bruins improved to 13-6 overall and 5-3 in conference play.
Donovan Dent led UCLA with 23 points.
The win marked a significant moment for UCLA as the program aims to build momentum in the Big Ten.