Episode
RESET: UCLA COUNTS on Trent Perry, Eric Dailey Jr. to LEAD With Clark, Dent, & Bilodeau Out the Door
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- Locked On College Basketball
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- Jul 8, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 1860
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Summary
UCLA Bruins lean into Mick Cronin’s defensive mindset as returning starters Trent Perry, Eric Dailey Jr., and Xavier Booker set the tone for 2026-27. With dynamic guards Skyy Clark and Donovan Dent out, can a revamped lineup and underrated transfer class outwork the Big Ten’s elite? Key transfers Jaylen Petty and Stink Robinson look to complement Cronin’s signature style, while position battles at the four raise questions about UCLA’s frontcourt presence and true scoring threat. Isaac Schade and Yox break down the Bruins’ biggest strengths on defense, the challenge of finding a go-to star, and the urgency for top-tier talent acquisition. Insights include the impact of losing Aday Mara, how freshmen like Jojo Philon could shake up the rotation, and whether Cronin’s buyout can shield him from mounting pressure if expectations aren’t met. Can UCLA exceed projections and finally break through, or will another early tournament exit turn up the heat in Westwood?