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March Madness 2017: Three things to watch for in UCLA vs Cincinnati

By Keith Rivas

Mar 17, 2017; Sacramento, CA, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Lonzo Ball (2) reacts on the court against the Kent State Golden Flashes in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 17, 2017; Sacramento, CA, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Lonzo Ball (2) reacts on the court against the Kent State Golden Flashes in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports /
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Feb 1, 2017; Pullman, WA, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Steve Alford looks on against the Washington State Cougars during the first half at Friel Court at Beasley Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 1, 2017; Pullman, WA, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Steve Alford looks on against the Washington State Cougars during the first half at Friel Court at Beasley Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports /

Closing Thoughts

Ultimately, it’ll be up to head coach Steve Alford to get the Bruins to another victory. Ending the season this early would be awkward for the Bruins, especially given their potential NBA talent.

One thing that has come into question since the tournament began was whether or not Alford would consider leaving UCLA. The reason for that being Indiana firing Tom Crean as head coach in an effort to start fresh.

While that remains to be seen, his Bruins aren’t going to have an easy game against Cincinnati.

It’s going to require everyone’s effort to get it done, but they’re going to hope they can be ready for the challenge.

Next: How USC Can Upset Baylor

If not, it’ll be a long ride home for the boys in blue.

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