UCLA’s Mick Cronin has the Bruins in great position heading into March but knows they must improve in key areas to be able to win it all. Why he couldn’t be prouder of his seniors. How their athletic freshman have helped them play elite defense. Why seeding isn’t everything. Ignoring criticism and deflecting praise. The secret to March. And the beauty of evolving throughout the season. Plus, it’s tough to be #1. National Coach of the Year talk. And TCU Final Four caliber?

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College Hoops Today with Jon Rothstein - UCLA's Mick Cronin

UCLA’s Mick Cronin has a brand-new challenge with lots of foreign appeal as the Bruins lost over 80% of its scoring from last season. Will an influx of talent from abroad be the answer to getting back to a Final Four? What can we expect from big man, Adem Bona? Is Dylan Andrews the next quintessential guard at UCLA? Just how good is their incoming class of freshman and how much will they need to rely on them this season? Why we can expect to see a lot of “big man ball” from the Bruins. Why he’s enjoying the team attitude. Thoughts on playing the last season in the historic Pac-12. Why he believes the true measure of a coach is the ability to bridge drills at practice into the games. And what are realistic expectations and the biggest keys to UCLA again being a tough out in late February and March? Plus, a recap of Jon’s visits to Florida Atlantic, Miami and Syracuse.

College Hoops Today with Jon Rothstein – UCLA's Mick Cronin

UCLA’s Mick Cronin is excited to lead a more experienced Bruins team into a new chapter; as they get set to enter the Big Ten. Why it’s all about winning at UCLA. A breakdown of the incoming players. Who steps up from last year’s squad? How hard will it be to build chemistry with so many new faces? Adjusting to the intensity and environments of the Big Ten. Why bouncing back quickly after losses will be key. And is this the deepest team he’s had in Westwood so far? Plus, a full Big Ten offseason breakdown and preview of what's to come this season!

College Hoops Today with Jon Rothstein – UCLA’s Mick Cronin – Big Ten Preview

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