Our latest episode of the UCLA Bruins Insider Podcast recaps the Bruins' stressful victory over the USC Trojans. After nearly losing a 12-point lead late in the second half, the Bruins found a way to get it done on the road against their crosstown rival.
In this episode of the UCLA Bruins Insider Podcast, UCLA Bruins On SI beat writer Tom Cavanaugh breaks down a crucial win for the Bruins on Monday night as they outlasted their crosstown rival, USC , on the road.The UCLA Bruins escaped the Galen Center with one of the more stressful victories of the season as they found a way to climb past the Trojans in a game that was closer than it should have been. The Bruins saw a 12-point lead nearly vanish, but were able to make the plays when needed.
UCLA did what was necessary down the stretch to keep their lead, no matter the number. The Trojans helped out with a few crucial missed free throws, but it was the impressive free-throw shooting from the Bruins, as well as their shot-making late in the game, that propelled them to victory. Sophomore center Aday Mara earned his first start of the season with Bilodeau sidelined and also dropped his first double-double of the season. Mara finished with 12 points, 11 rebounds and five blocks. It is the third-straight game that the 7-0 center has scored in double figures.
Former USC Trojan guard and current Bruin senior, Kobe Johnson made a strong return to his old stomping grounds as he received a reception of boos to start the contest. He finished the game with 7 points, three rebounds and two assists. Johnson would foul out towards the end of the game.
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