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UCLA's Tyler Bilodeau Out for NCAA Matchup vs. UConn

3/23/2026

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Bilodeau Injured, Out

Tyler Bilodeau, a UCLA Bruins forward, was ruled out for UCLA's NCAA Tournament game against the University of Connecticut Huskies (UConn) due to a knee sprain.
He had missed the last two games and was listed as a game-time decision after taking part in a pregame shootaround.
UCLA coach Mick Cronin emphasized Bilodeau's health, saying he would not risk his well-being, and his absence could affect UCLA's offense against UConn.

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Huskies and Bruins Advance

University of Connecticut Huskies (UConn) and UCLA Bruins (UCLA) advance to the NCAA Tournament Round of 32 in Philadelphia after winning their first-round games.
Tarris Reed Jr. of UConn posted 31 points and 27 rebounds.
UCLA's Tyler Bilodeau is questionable due to a knee strain.
UConn's Silas Demary Jr. is uncertain with an ankle injury.
UConn is favored by 4.5 points, while UCLA seeks the upset.

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Bilodeau Injured, Out

Tyler Bilodeau, a UCLA Bruins forward, was ruled out for UCLA's NCAA Tournament game against the University of Connecticut Huskies (UConn) due to a knee sprain.
He had missed the last two games and was listed as a game-time decision after taking part in a pregame shootaround.
UCLA coach Mick Cronin emphasized Bilodeau's health, saying he would not risk his well-being, and his absence could affect UCLA's offense against UConn.

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