The Bruins flexed their veteran muscle against the young Fighting Illini, dominating the paint 48-24 and securing their tenth conference win. While Illinois’ freshmen like Parchment and Jackson showed real flashes—Parchment dropped 26 points—the lack of experience was clear. Coach Close praised Illinois’ potential, saying if this core sticks together, they could be special. For now, the Bruins’ chemistry and rebounding edge made the difference in this budding rivalry. #Sports #UCLA #FightingIllini