In a dramatic overtime finish, Donovan Dent capped UCLA’s 23‑point comeback with a go‑ahead layup as the clock hit 1 second, giving the Bruins a 95‑94 victory over No. 10 Illinois. The win snapped a 23‑point first‑half deficit and was the largest comeback for UCLA since a 19‑point rally in 2019.
Eric Dailey Jr. led the Bruins with 20 points, while Tyler Bilodeau and Trent Perry added 18 and 17. Freshman Keaton Wagler scored 19 for Illinois, but the Bruins’ 15‑1 home record and the fans’ celebration underscored the significance of the win.