UCLA overcame a 23‑point first‑half deficit to defeat No. 10 Illinois 95‑94 in overtime. Donovan Dent capped the comeback with a go‑ahead layup as the clock hit 1 second, sending fans into a frenzy.
Eric Dailey Jr. led the Bruins with 20 points, while Tyler Bilodeau added 18 and Trent Perry 17. Freshman Keaton Wagler scored 19 for Illinois, but the Bruins’ 33‑point second‑half surge and clutch play secured the victory.