UCLA Secures Seventh Straight Win with Dominant Defense Against Penn State
The Bruins forced 18 turnovers and turned them into 24 points, extending their winning streak with a 78-54 victory.
- UCLA's defense was pivotal, forcing a season-high 18 turnovers from Penn State while committing only four themselves.
- Kobe Johnson led the Bruins with 15 points, 13 rebounds, four steals, and six assists, marking his first career double-double.
- The Bruins' 24-0 advantage in points off turnovers highlighted their defensive dominance in the game.
- UCLA's balanced scoring featured contributions from Skyy Clark and Sebastian Mack, each with 14 points, and Tyler Bilodeau adding 11.
- The victory brings UCLA to an 18-6 record overall and 9-4 in the Big Ten, while Penn State falls to 13-11 and 3-10 in conference play.