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flag UCLA opens season with win, but coach criticizes defense despite victory over Eastern Washington.

flag No. flag 12 UCLA hosts Pepperdine in a season-opening matchup featuring strong UCLA ties, as Waves coach Ed Schilling and assistant Tyus Edney both have deep Bruins connections. flag Pepperdine, rebuilding after a 23-year losing streak against UCLA, opened with an 88-80 win over Life Pacific. flag UCLA won its opener 80-74 over Eastern Washington, led by returning starters and new transfers Donovan Dent and Xavier Booker. flag Despite the victory, coach Mick Cronin criticized the team’s defense, citing poor rebounding, lack of effort, and a 75.9% opponent two-point shooting percentage.

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