UCLA Bruins face a crucial test against Gonzaga Bulldogs after a disappointing upset loss to North Carolina. Can the Bruins regain their winning momentum?
The No. 22 UCLA Bruins (10-2) are aiming to bounce back from a 76-74 upset loss to the North Carolina Tar Heels (8-6) last Saturday. Despite leading by double digits in the second half, the Bruins faltered in the final stretch. They will have a week to regroup before facing the No. 14 Gonzaga Bulldogs (9-3) in a West Coast matchup this Saturday. The Bruins already have a ranked win this season against the No. 12 Oregon Ducks and hope to repeat that success against Gonzaga.
The Bulldogs, on the other hand, are coming off two consecutive losses after a defeat to No. 4 Kentucky, followed by a setback against No. 18 UConn. The Bruins must capitalize on their recent improvements and avoid a similar downward spiral. UCLA had a nine-game winning streak earlier in November, showcasing their talent and ability to overcome challenges. They aim to spark another winning streak with a victory over Gonzaga. Bruins coach Mick Cronin is known for identifying weaknesses and implementing solutions before their next game. Free throw shooting and turnovers were key factors in their loss to North Carolina, as they finished 13-22 from the free throw line with 15 turnovers. The Tar Heels rallied despite a poor shooting performance, capitalizing on the Bruins' struggles in the final nine minutes. The game tips off at 4 p.m. ET, 1 p.m. PT at the Intuit Dome, home of the Los Angeles Clippers. This marks the Bruins' fourth neutral site game of the year with a 1-2 record in those contests. A victory against Gonzaga could propel the Bruins back into the top 20 nationally
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