"Most concerning for UCLA were the continued struggles of Dent. The transfer from New Mexico who arrived with great fanfare has hardly looked like a top-level player through the season's first month. His showing Tuesday represented a new low. He never looked comfortable on the court while making just one of eight shots on the way to three points and committing nearly as many turnovers (six) as assists (seven). His season-long shooting woes are particularly acute at the three-point line (10%) and free-throw line (56.7%)."
"Passion wasn't a problem for California. The Golden Bears were the tougher and more determined team in handing the No. 18 Bruins an 80-72 loss in the Empire Classic at Chase Center. Things bottomed out with about two minutes to go when UCLA point guard Donovan Dent went down with an apparent lower leg injury and limped off the court."
The Golden Bears defeated No. 18 UCLA 80-72 in the Empire Classic at Chase Center. California displayed greater toughness and determination throughout the game. UCLA point guard Donovan Dent left with an apparent lower leg injury late and has struggled all month, shooting poorly and committing turnovers. UCLA allowed Cal to hit 11 of 22 three-pointers (50%), including a corner triple by Chris Bell that pushed a late lead. Eric Dailey Jr. and Trent Perry scored 17 points each for UCLA, but their offense could not overcome Cal’s outside shooting. The loss dropped UCLA to 5-2 while Cal improved to 6-1.
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