UCLA Coach Mick Cronin Criticizes Team's Toughness After Loss to Michigan

Cronin's postgame remarks challenge players' resilience following a 94-75 defeat, highlighting defensive lapses and lack of energy.

UCLA fell to Michigan 94-75 at Pauley Pavilion, dropping to .500 in Big Ten play after a second consecutive loss.
Coach Mick Cronin called his team 'soft' and 'delusional,' criticizing their lack of defensive effort and energy during a postgame press conference.
Michigan's Vladislav Goldin dominated with 36 points, while UCLA struggled offensively, shooting only 10% from three-point range and missing 11 free throws.
Sophomore forward Eric Dailey Jr. pushed back on Cronin's comments, asserting that the team is not soft and expressing a determination to prove their toughness.
Cronin emphasized the need for players to step into leadership roles and play with consistent intensity as the team faces a challenging Big Ten schedule.