Ja’Kobi Gillespie scored 27 factors and Maryland outlasted No. 22 UCLA 79-61 on Friday night time after Bruins coach Mick Cronin was ejected with 5:11 remaining.
UCLA (11-5, 2-3 Big Ten) has misplaced three straight video games, together with a 19-point dwelling loss to Michigan on Tuesday night time, after which Cronin referred to as his group “gentle” and “delusional.” On Friday, his frustration boiled over with Maryland main by 9.
After Julian Reese pulled down a rebound for the Terrapins (12-4, 2-3), Cronin acquired two fast technical fouls and was ejected, shaking arms with Maryland coach Kevin Willard on the way in which out.
Gillespie made all 4 of the ensuing free throws and Reese accomplished the six-point possession with a layup to make it 66-51.
Reese scored 16 factors and 10 rebounds. Tyler Bilodeau led UCLA with 18 factors.
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Takeaway
UCLA: The Bruins did job on the offensive boards, however scoring was a problem because of 21 turnovers. The longer-term query is whether or not Cronin’s outburst – following his pointed postgame feedback – will energize the group.
Maryland: It was a gritty efficiency that the Terps became a rout after Cronin’s ejection. Maryland held the Bruins to 41.5% capturing from the sector.
Key second
Maryland led 40-36 at halftime after which began the second with Rodney Rice’s 3-pointer and Reese’s layup. There was loads of time left, however a nine-point lead proved protected given the way in which Maryland was defending.
Key statistic
Maryland went on an 11-0 halftime run that put the Terps forward for good. Then they added a 10-0 run late within the recreation. Maryland now has 22 factors of 10-0 or higher this season after producing 16 whole final season.
Next
UCLA stays within the East and performs at Rutgers on Monday night time. Maryland hosts Minnesota the identical night time.
Associated Press reporting.
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