UCLA's Tyler Bilodeau Earns All-Big Ten Third Team Honors

Bruins star player recognized despite UCLA's uneven season

Published on Mar. 11, 2026

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UCLA forward Tyler Bilodeau was named to the All-Big Ten Third Team, despite the Bruins' up-and-down season. Bilodeau averaged 18.0 points, 5.8 rebounds, and shot 51% from the field and 46.2% from 3-point range, emerging as UCLA's top scorer. However, the Bruins went just 1-2 in games where Bilodeau scored 30+ points, which may have prevented him from earning higher honors.

Why it matters

Bilodeau's selection to the All-Big Ten Third Team highlights his standout individual performance, even as UCLA struggled to find consistent success as a team. His scoring prowess and efficient shooting kept the Bruins competitive throughout the season, though the team's overall record may have limited his recognition.

The details

Bilodeau recorded three 30-point games this season, including 32 points against Minnesota, 30 against Ohio State, and 34 against UC Riverside. He also had 18 games with 18 or more points, showcasing his scoring ability. However, UCLA went just 1-2 in Bilodeau's 30-point outings, which may have factored into the voting for higher All-Big Ten honors.

  • Bilodeau received the All-Big Ten Third Team selection on March 11, 2026, following the conclusion of the regular season.
  • Bilodeau scored 32 points against Minnesota earlier this season.
  • Bilodeau scored 30 points against Ohio State earlier this season.
  • Bilodeau scored 34 points against UC Riverside earlier this season.

The players

Tyler Bilodeau

A forward for the UCLA Bruins, Bilodeau emerged as the team's top scorer and most consistent performer this season, averaging 18.0 points, 5.8 rebounds, and shooting 51% from the field and 46.2% from 3-point range.

Donovan Dent

A UCLA player who received an honorable mention for the All-Big Ten team, alongside Bilodeau's third-team selection.

Pryce Sandfort

A Nebraska player who was selected to the All-Big Ten Second Team, despite having slightly lower statistical numbers than Bilodeau.

Morez Johnson Jr.

A Michigan player who was also selected to the All-Big Ten Second Team, despite having lower scoring numbers than Bilodeau.

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What’s next

With two tournaments still left to play, Bilodeau will have the opportunity to prove why he may have deserved a higher honor.

The takeaway

Bilodeau's All-Big Ten Third Team selection showcases his individual excellence, even as UCLA struggled to find consistent success as a team. His standout scoring and efficiency kept the Bruins competitive, though the team's overall record may have limited his recognition among the conference's top honors.