UCLA analyst worried that USC might surpass Bruins in men's basketball
UCLA men's basketball has struggled in recent seasons, with coach Mick Cronin facing criticism for a lackluster roster. In contrast, USC under Eric Musselman has been building a stronger team for the upcoming season. Analysts are concerned that USC may surpass UCLA in performance, given the current trajectory of both programs.
- ▪UCLA has achieved only a No. 7 seed and two second-round exits in the past two seasons.
- ▪USC has not made the NCAA Tournament in Musselman's first two seasons.
- ▪Analysts believe USC's roster for the 2026-2027 season is more impressive than UCLA's.
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| Publication time | Sun, 24 May 2026 12:49:24 +0000 |
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