No. 19 UCLA men’s basketball team, with a record of 4-1, is set to face Presbyterian this Friday evening. The game will take place at Pauley Pavilion, with a start time of 7:30 p.m. (PT). This matchup marks the second encounter between the teams, following UCLA’s previous victory over Presbyterian on November 18, 2019, where they won 80-65.
Game Details
This highly anticipated game will be broadcasted on the Big Ten Network, featuring play-by-play commentary by A.J. Kanell and analysis from Don MacLean. For fans wishing to follow the action on radio, UCLA’s games can be heard on AM 790 (KABC), with Josh Lewin and Tracy Murray providing updates from courtside.
Venue Information
- Location: Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom Financial
- Seating Capacity: 13,800
- Tipoff Time: 7:30 p.m. (PT)
- Television: Big Ten Network
- Radio: AM 790 (KABC)
- Live Stats: ucla.statbroadcast.com
Ticket Information
Fans eager to catch the action can purchase tickets under the “Fours Up Fridays” promotion. Tickets start at just $4 for this game and the following home game against Cal Poly on December 19. Additional ticket prices for lower seating options are set at $14, $24, and $40. For more ticket details, interested individuals can reach out via phone at (310) 206-5991 or email.
Recent Performance
UCLA is coming off a comfortable 79-48 victory against Sacramento State, where multiple players scored at least 10 points. Notably, they have limited opponents to an average of 63.2 points per game this season. Junior guard/forward Eric Dailey Jr. recorded his fourth career double-double during this match with 15 points and 10 rebounds.
However, last week the Bruins faced their first loss of the season against No. 5 Arizona, with a score of 69-65. They initially held a strong position leading by eight points but ultimately succumbed to a late surge by Arizona, which has resulted in their all-time record against the team standing at 64-51.
Player Highlights
- Tyler Bilodeau: Leads with an average of 14.8 points per game.
- Donovan Dent: Averages 12.3 points and 7.0 assists, recently named to national “Player of the Year” watch lists.
- Xavier Booker: Consistently contributes with averages of 11.0 points and 6.6 rebounds.
- Eric Dailey Jr.: Averaging 13.0 points per game after a successful return from injury.
Looking Ahead
Following the matchup against Presbyterian, UCLA will not have another home game until they host Oregon on December 6. Their upcoming road trip includes a game against California at Chase Center on November 25.
As the season progresses, UCLA’s strong performances and ongoing promotions continue to engage fans, promising an exciting atmosphere in Pauley Pavilion this Friday night.
