No. 22 UCLA dominated North Florida 114-63 on Saturday, fueled by a flawless first-half performance from Kusturica. The Bruins showcased their offensive firepower in the lopsided victory at Pauley Pavilion.
UCLA's 114 points marked a season high as the team improved its early-season record. The Bruins' defense held the Ospreys to just 63 points while forcing numerous turnovers that led to transition opportunities.
Kusturica was perfect from the field in the opening 20 minutes, sparking UCLA's early surge that effectively decided the contest by halftime. The Bruins led by a commanding margin at the break and cruised through the second half.
Associated Press reporter Beth Harris covered the game on November 7, 2026.
