UCLA's Tyler Bilodeau Expected to Play Next Week After Mild Knee Sprain

The Bruins' leading scorer will miss the Big Ten Tournament semi-final but is expected to return for the NCAA Tournament.

Mar. 14, 2026 at 4:28pm

According to sources, UCLA senior forward Tyler Bilodeau suffered a mild knee sprain in the team's game against Michigan State. MRI testing confirmed the injury, and Bilodeau is expected to be available to play next week for the Bruins in the NCAA Tournament. He will definitely miss the Big Ten Tournament semi-final matchup against Purdue.

Why it matters

Bilodeau is UCLA's leading scorer this season, averaging 17.6 points per game. His injury is a significant concern for the Bruins as they look to make a deep run in the NCAA Tournament, but the mild nature of the sprain suggests he should be able to return in time to contribute.

The details

Bilodeau went down 10 minutes into the game against Michigan State, with the Bruins leading 35-32. Despite playing 30 minutes without him, the Bruins were able to beat the Spartans behind a stellar performance from point guard Donovan Dent, who scored 23 points and dished out 12 assists.

  • Bilodeau was injured 10 minutes into the game against Michigan State on March 14, 2026.
  • Bilodeau is expected to be available to play next week for the NCAA Tournament.

The players

Tyler Bilodeau

A senior forward for the UCLA Bruins, and the team's leading scorer this season, averaging 17.6 points per game.

Donovan Dent

UCLA's starting point guard, who stepped up with 23 points and 12 assists in the win over Michigan State after Bilodeau's injury.

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