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UCLA coach Mick Cronin apologized for ejecting center Steven Jamerson II from the game after a blowout loss to No. 15 Michigan State, saying he must do a better job representing the school; he defended Jamerson and urged unity as UCLA prepares to host Illinois.
UCLA coach Mick Cronin apologized for his controversial actions during a heated game against Michigan State, including ejecting a player and delivering a combative postgame session. He later offered a sincere apology for some of his conduct, saying he doesn’t want negative publicity for UCLA and suggesting this may be a step toward a cooler-headed approach, despite a history of outspoken moments.
UCLA coach Mick Cronin apologized for ejecting backup center Steven Jamerson II during UCLA's Feb. 17 game with Michigan State, saying he misread the play, will dial back his humor, and must better represent the school so he isn’t the story. He stressed the UCLA brand and team come first, noted his past comments, and indicated he’s a good fit who aims to avoid negative publicity.
In UCLA's 82-59 loss to Michigan State, coach Mick Cronin ejected center Steven Jamerson after a late flagrant foul, a moment that went viral. A Crespi High School alumni and coach, Ryan Moore, posted a defense of Jamerson on X that drew hundreds of thousands of views, highlighting Jamerson's uphill basketball journey from San Diego to UCLA and fueling debate over Cronin's handling of the incident.
After UCLA’s 82-59 loss to Michigan State, Mick Cronin ejected his own player for a late-game foul, defended the move in a tense postgame scrum, and then sparred with a reporter about the opposing student section, all amid UCLA’s slipping NCAA Tournament prospects following consecutive blowouts.
No. 15 Michigan State routed UCLA 82-59 as Steven Jamerson II was ejected after a technical foul for squaring up with Carson Cooper; UCLA coach Mick Cronin pulled Jamerson midgame and later called the incident a lapse in judgment, while MSU surged to a 31-5 run to build a big first-half lead, leaving UCLA’s season outlook uncertain and prompting a tense postgame exchange with reporters.
UCLA coach Mick Cronin ejected his own center Steven Jamerson II after a hard foul on Michigan State’s Carson Cooper during UCLA’s 82-59 loss to the Spartans, pulling Jamerson from the court before officials could decide the penalty as UCLA dropped its second straight blowout.
In an 82–59 loss to No. 15 Michigan State, UCLA coach Mick Cronin ejected reserve Steven Jamerson II after a hard foul from behind on a breakaway dunk; the sequence led to a flagrant-1 and Toward the end Cronin also clashed with a reporter over questions about the Spartans’ student section, highlighting UCLA’s rough stretch and potential NCAA tournament concerns amid lineup questions.
After UCLA's 82-59 loss to Michigan State, OutKick's David Hookstead criticizes UCLA coach Mick Cronin for cringe-worthy postgame behavior, including a tense exchange with a reporter about whether the reporter raised his voice and Cronin ejecting one of his players, calling the moment embarrassing for a program whose NCAA Tournament hopes are slipping.
In an 82-59 loss to No. 15 Michigan State, UCLA coach Mick Cronin ejected forward Steven Jamerson II after a hard foul and a confrontation late in the game. Jamerson was subbed out, and Cronin signaled an assistant to take him to the locker room. Jamerson finished with 2 points, 2 rebounds, 2 assists and 5 fouls in eight minutes. Cronin defended the decision as a matter of toughness, while MSU coach Tom Izzo remarked on the move as Cronin’s first such public ejection.
UCLA's basketball team, led by coach Mick Cronin, struggled defensively in their season-opening win against Eastern Washington, prompting a rare postgame rant from Cronin about their poor effort and adherence to game plans, despite the team winning 80-74.
Sebastian Mack played a crucial role in UCLA's 69-58 victory over Washington in their first Big Ten Conference game. Coming off the bench, Mack contributed 16 points, five rebounds, and three assists, providing the spark needed for the Bruins' sixth consecutive win. Despite some struggles, UCLA's defense held Washington to 38.8% shooting, and the team improved its three-point shooting in the second half. Coach Mick Cronin praised Mack's offensive consistency, though he noted areas for defensive improvement.
UCLA suffered a 72-64 defeat to New Mexico in the Las Vegas Hoopfest, despite a strong performance from Tyler Bilodeau, who scored 23 points and grabbed 15 rebounds. The Bruins struggled with poor shooting, hitting only 36.4% of their shots and committing 21 turnovers. Coach Mick Cronin expressed disappointment in the team's lack of readiness and discipline, as they failed to match New Mexico's intensity. The loss highlighted UCLA's need to develop winning habits, especially with a roster that includes many new transfers.
The University of Louisville is on the hunt for a new men's basketball coach, with potential candidates including Scott Drew from Baylor, Dusty May from Florida Atlantic, Mick Cronin from UCLA, Jamie Dixon from TCU, Eric Musselman from Arkansas, and Nate Oats from Alabama. The search comes at a time when the college basketball landscape is undergoing significant changes, and Louisville is looking to make the right hire. The coaching search is categorized into "swinging for the fences," "solid bets," and "names to watch," with each candidate bringing their own set of strengths and potential reasons for joining or not joining the Louisville program.
Louisville has fired coach Kenny Payne and is now seeking a replacement, with potential candidates including Scott Drew, Mick Cronin, Nate Oats, Dusty May, Amir Abdur-Rahim, Josh Schertz, Jerome Tang, Pat Kelsey, and Niko Medved. Louisville's athletic administration faces pressure to make a successful and stable hire, with Scott Drew, the coach of Baylor, being a particularly attractive option due to his track record and coaching style. Other potential candidates bring diverse coaching experiences and successes, making the coaching search a crucial decision for Louisville's future.