On Saturday night, UCLA’s journey in the NCAA Tournament came to an end when they faced off against Tennessee in the second round. This season was particularly noteworthy for the Bruins as it marked their inaugural year in the Big Ten with a largely revamped roster, courtesy of the transfer portal. Despite stumbling with a four-game losing streak early in the conference, and a few memorable soundbites from Coach Mick Cronin, the Bruins managed to find their stride, finishing the season on a high note as they adjusted to their new environment.
While they didn’t advance as far as they had hoped, this season did see significant progress. Depending on how things shake out with the transfer portal, UCLA could end up with one of the largest returning core groups in the nation.
Now, the focus shifts to future prospects. We’re set to delve into who might be leaving, who’s still making up their minds, who is slated to return, and who might be joining the ranks. Additionally, we’ll consider what needs may arise in the transfer portal moving forward.
