UCLA PG Donovan Dent Reflects on Continued Efficiency

Bruins' floor general had another balanced effort as a scorer and distributor in win over Trojans.

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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UCLA point guard Donovan Dent scored 19 of his game-high 25 points in the second half and added 7 assists without a turnover as the Bruins defeated crosstown rival USC 89-68 at Galen Center to close the regular season. Over the final 5 games, Dent recorded 53 assists to just 2 turnovers, including 3 games without a miscue, and averaged 27.5 points in the 2 victories over the Trojans.

Why it matters

Dent's efficient and balanced performance as both a scorer and facilitator was a key factor in UCLA's convincing win over USC, showcasing his ability to lead the Bruins' offense and contribute in multiple ways to the team's success.

The details

Dent scored 19 of his game-high 25 points in the second half and added 7 assists without a turnover as UCLA defeated USC 89-68. Over the final 5 games of the regular season, Dent recorded 53 assists to just 2 turnovers, including 3 games without a miscue, and averaged 27.5 points in the 2 victories over the Trojans.

  • The game was played on Saturday, March 8, 2026.
  • Over the final 5 games of the regular season.

The players

Donovan Dent

UCLA point guard who had an efficient and balanced performance as both a scorer and facilitator in the win over USC.

UCLA

The college basketball team that defeated crosstown rival USC 89-68 at Galen Center to close the regular season.

USC

The crosstown rival of UCLA that was defeated 89-68 by the Bruins at Galen Center to close the regular season.

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What they’re saying

“Really, just coach trusting the ball in my hands, my teammates getting open, me making the right read.”

— Donovan Dent (on3.com)

The takeaway

Dent's efficient and balanced performance as both a scorer and facilitator was a key factor in UCLA's convincing win over USC, showcasing his ability to lead the Bruins' offense and contribute in multiple ways to the team's success.