Eric Dailey Jr. scored 21 points and shot 8 of 9 from the field, leading UCLA to a commanding 78-52 victory over No. 16 Oregon on Thursday night. This win marked the Bruins' fifth consecutive victory and their fourth win over a ranked team this season.
Dylan Andrews and Tyler Bilodeau also made significant contributions with 15 points each for the Bruins (16-6, 7-4 Big Ten). Nate Bittle led the Ducks (16-5, 5-5) with 13 points, followed by Keeshawn Barthelemy with 12 points and TJ Bamba with 11 points.
Despite a strong second-half shooting performance by the Ducks, particularly improving to 50%, their 3-point shooting was lacking, going 4 of 23 overall. UCLA, on the other hand, displayed great accuracy from beyond the arc, going 11 of 23 from 3-point range.
Bilodeau made a successful return after missing the previous game due to a right ankle injury. His presence on the court proved vital as the Bruins secured their ninth home win of the season. UCLA's solid performance in the second half saw them go on a 22-4 run, ultimately sealing the victory.
Looking ahead, Oregon is set to face Nebraska on Sunday, while UCLA will host No. 7 Michigan State on Tuesday. The Bruins' fans were treated to an impressive display of skill and teamwork, leaving them eager for more exciting matchups in the future.
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