# RIVALRY RENEWED: UCLA and Gonzaga BATTLE For West Coast GLORY! Mick Cronin is NOT AFRAID Anymore!

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Podcast: [Locked On UCLA - Daily Podcast On UCLA Bruins](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-ucla-daily-podcast-on-ucla-bruins-344725)
Published: 2026-07-27T07:00:00+00:00
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UCLA Bruins renew their heated rivalry with Gonzaga Bulldogs, setting the stage for another must-watch West Coast showdown. Could a last-minute roster twist ignite even more fireworks? Fan buzz grows around the potential transfer of Donovan Dent to Gonzaga after Mario Saint-Supéry's departure, raising the stakes for this anticipated Anaheim clash. Tournament seeding, Big Ten travel hurdles, and the future of protected spots out West all come into play as these powerhouse programs lock in another high-profile non-conference battle. Andy Patton and Zach Anderson-Yoxsimer break down the Bruins' improved non-conference schedule—featuring top matchups against Arizona and Texas—and debate whether Mick Cronin’s scheduling strategy is finally meeting expectations. The episode also spotlights Gonzaga’s packed slate, highlighted by showdowns with Purdue, Michigan State, Duke, and LSU, plus the unique intensity the new-look Pac-12 lineup promises. Catch key insights on UCLA women’s basketball’s transition, Sienna Betts’ emergence, and why both programs could shape March Madness. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOUCLA?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege FOLLOW THE SHOW: Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM to play Daily Dingers and make your free pick on who’s…

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