UCLA men fall to Indiana in double overtime thriller

Bruins come up short in back-and-forth battle at Pauley Pavilion

Jan. 31, 2026 at 8:39pm

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The UCLA men's basketball team lost a hard-fought double overtime game against Indiana University on Saturday night at Pauley Pavilion in Los Angeles. The final score was 92-89 in favor of the visiting Hoosiers after the two teams battled through regulation and two extra periods.

Why it matters

This was a highly anticipated non-conference matchup between two top-25 ranked teams, showcasing the talent and competitiveness of both programs. The loss drops UCLA to 15-6 on the season, while Indiana improves to 17-4 and solidifies their position as a potential NCAA Tournament team.

The details

The game was tied at 77-77 at the end of regulation, forcing the first overtime period. In the second overtime, Indiana was able to pull away slightly and hold on for the victory. UCLA guard Eric Dailey Jr. had a strong game, scoring 23 points, while Indiana forward Tucker DeVries led all scorers with 26 points.

  • The game was played on Saturday, January 31, 2026.
  • Regulation ended with the score tied 77-77.

The players

Eric Dailey Jr.

A guard for the UCLA Bruins men's basketball team.

Tucker DeVries

A forward for the Indiana Hoosiers men's basketball team.

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What they’re saying

“It was a tough loss, but I'm proud of the way our team battled and competed against a very good Indiana squad.”

— Mick Cronin, UCLA Head Coach (Los Angeles Times)

What’s next

UCLA will look to bounce back in their next game against crosstown rival USC on February 5th.

The takeaway

This double overtime thriller between two top-25 teams showcased the high level of talent and competitiveness in college basketball this season, with Indiana edging out UCLA in a back-and-forth battle.