Injuries, opt-outs and underdogs: UCLA's ride to Final Four UCLA coach Mick Cronin was asked whether he thought the Bruins had the team to make a Final Four run

MARCH 31 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Grabs nine boards in victory Bernard posted four points (2-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 0-0 FT), nine rebounds and two assists across 39 minutes in Monday's 51-49 win over Michigan.

Impact Coming off an impressive 17-point performance against Alabama in the Elite Eight, Bernard struggled against Michigan's length - failing to make a three for the first time during the NCAA Tournament. He was able to contribute on the glass with a team-high nine rebounds, and is averaging seven boards during UCLA's postseason run. The Bruins will need Bernard to have a bounce-back shooting performance in order to take down the undefeated Zags this Saturday.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Sampson savors magical moment by reflecting on Heathcote Houston coach Kelvin Sampson savored Monday night’s magical moment

MARCH 29 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

UCLA-Michigan conjures up more memorable images of March The names UCLA and Michigan can’t help but conjure up some of the most memorable images of March Madness

MARCH 29 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

No. 11 UCLA beats 'Bama 88-78 in OT to reach Elite Eight Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored 17 points, hitting two big jumpers early in overtime, and No. 11 seed UCLA held to beat No. 2 seed Alabama 88-78 in overtime in a Sweet 16 showdown Sunday n...

MARCH 28 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Juzang carries No. 11 UCLA past sixth-seeded BYU, 73-62 Johnny Juzang scored 27 points in his second big game of the NCAA Tournament, helping No. 11 seed UCLA beat sixth-seeded BYU 73-62 to advance in the East Region

MARCH 20 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

UCLA beats Michigan St 86-80 in overtime in First Four game UCLA forced overtime with Jaime Jaquez Jr.‘s three-point play with 3.3 seconds to go against Michigan State, then pulled away in the extra session for an 86-80 victory at Mackey Ar...

MARCH 19 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Plays well as Bruins advance Bernard recorded 11 points (4-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-4 FT), eight rebounds and two assists in 38 minutes during Wednesday's 86-80 overtime win over Michigan St.

Impact Bernard was just two rebounds shy of posting consecutive double-double's and efficiently shot 50 percent from the floor. It's his fourth straight game reaching double figures, although it was the first time during that stretch that he only had single-digit field goal attempts. It has been common for him to be outshined by Johnny Juzang and Jaime Jaquez, but Bernard has shown to be effective when called upon.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Oregon State rallies from 16 points down, stuns UCLA in OT Warith Alatishe scored a career-high 22 points with 10 rebounds, Ethan Thompson scored all 18 of his points after halftime and Oregon State rallied from a 16-point deficit to beat...

MARCH 11 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bernard on the Last Sequence, Defense, NCAA Tournament UCLA wing Jules Bernard talked about the Bruins' loss to Oregon State, the last offensive sequence, and chances of making the NCAA Tournamen...

MARCH 11 • 247SPORTS.COM

USC stuns UCLA 64-63 on Tahj Eaddy's last-second shot Tahj Eaddy hit a 3-pointer with 1.4 seconds remaining, giving Southern California its only lead of the game and a 64-63 victory over UCLA to keep alive the Trojans’ chance to win t...

MARCH 6 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Season-high 39 minutes in loss Bernard posted 23 points (10-16 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 0-1 FT), three rebounds and four assists across 39 minutes in Wednesday's 82-74 loss to Oregon.

Impact Bernard led the way for the Bruins with a team-high 23 points - his second time leading the team in scoring over the last three games. He also contributed in the passing game with a season-high four assists. Primarily a role player this season, Bernard has been more involved recently - shooting 54 percent from deep over his last six games.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Oregon beats UCLA 82-74, moves into first in Pac-12 Chris Duarte scored 23 points, LJ Figueroa added 18 on 8-of-11 shooting, and Oregon rallied to beat UCLA 82-74 in a matchup between two of the top teams in Pac-12

MARCH 4 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Game-high 19 points in win Bernard recorded 19 points (7-10 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds and three assists across 35 minutes in Thursday's 76-61 victory over Utah.

Impact Bernard posted a game-high 19 points on just 10 shots, including tying a season-high with four threes. He's seen increased minutes as of late - logging 30+ in each of his last four games. Bernard has stepped up his shooting efficiency during that stretch, connecting on 53 percent of his field goals.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Bernard scores 19 as UCLA keeps Utah at arm's length 76-61 SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Jules Bernard scored 11 of his 19 points in the second half,...

FEBRUARY 25 • SFCHRONICLE.COM

Bernard scores 19 as UCLA keeps Utah at arm’s length 76-61 SALT LAKE CITY - Jules Bernard scored 11 of his 19 points in the second half, making all four of his field goals, as UCLA broke away to defe...

FEBRUARY 25 • THESTAR.COM

Bernard scores 19 as UCLA keeps Utah at arm's length 76-61 Jules Bernard scored 11 of his 19 points in the second half, making all four of his field goals, as UCLA broke away to defeat Utah 76-61

FEBRUARY 25 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

UCLA rallies past Arizona State to give Cronin 400th victory Jaylen Clark made his second free throw with 1.4 seconds remaining and UCLA rallied for a 80-79 victory over Arizona State on Saturday night at Pauley Pavilion to give coach Mick C...

FEBRUARY 21 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Juzang scores career-high 32, UCLA holds off Washington Johnny Juzang scored 21 of his career-high 32 in the first half, and UCLA snapped a two-game losing streak holding off Washington 64-61

FEBRUARY 13 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Back in starting lineup Bernard will return to the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Washington.

Impact Bernard has been battling a knee issue recently and has seen his minutes limited in some games, though he hasn't actually missed any contests. He was sent to the bench Thursday against Washington State but played 25 minutes, right in line with his season average of 25.4. He'll be involved from the start this time around but could still be on the court for a similar period of time.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 22 minutes Saturday Bernard (knee) started in Saturday's 66-48 loss to USC and had three points (1-6 FG, 0-2 3PT, 1-6 FT), two steals and an assist in 22 minutes.

Impact Bernard suffered a right knee bruise in the team's win over Oregon State on Jan. 30 but was able to fully participate in practice during the week and played without any restrictions. The 6-6 junior has started in each of the last nine games but is currently going through a cold stretch as he's just 1-for-10 from the floor over his last three appearances. His decline in play could eventually lead to him being benched as he'll look to turn things around Thursday against Washington State.

FEBRUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Back at practice Bernard (knee) was able to participate in contact practice on Tuesday, Ben Bolch of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Bernard took a hard fall and missed part of last weekend's game against Oregon State. His knee apparently feels good and it looks like barring a setback he should be able to suit up on Saturday against USC.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Limited by knee bruise Bernard suffered a right knee bruise in the first half of Saturday's game against Oregon State but was eventually able to return to action, Tarek Fattal of the Pasadena Star-News r...

Impact Bernard took a hard spill after going up for an offensive rebound and stayed on the ground for several minutes while in pain. He eventually was helped off the floor and into the locker room but later returned to the floor with around 11 minutes to go in the game. The 6-6 junior missed both of his shots and recorded a solo assist in 11 minutes and hopefully should be okay for Monday's meeting with Oregon.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Jules Bernard plays tough as UCLA defeats Oregon State The victory marked UCLA’s 16th straight home game dating back to last season, and the 12th straight conference win in Pauley Pavilion.

JANUARY 30 • DAILYNEWS.COM

No. 23 UCLA outlasts pesky Oregon State for 57-52 victory Cody Riley had 16 points and 10 rebounds, and No. 23 UCLA outlasted pesky Oregon State for a 57-52 victory

JANUARY 30 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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