IOWA CITY, Iowa — What started as a competitive battle quickly spiraled out of control for UCLA.
The turning point came in the second quarter when a costly pick-six derailed the Bruins' momentum. From that moment on, Iowa seized full control, rolling to a 41–10 blowout win at Kinnick Stadium.
UCLA’s offense never recovered after the interception, failing to generate consistent drives or establish rhythm. Struggles at the wide receiver position were evident, as Bruins pass-catchers were repeatedly unable to win one-on-one matchups against Iowa’s disciplined secondary.
Meanwhile, the Hawkeyes leaned on a punishing run game and efficient quarterback play to pile on points. Their defense dominated the line of scrimmage, keeping UCLA in check for the rest of the afternoon.
The Iowa Hawkeyes suffered a significant defeat to the UCLA Bruins, with a final score of 94–70, on Friday, January 17, 2025, at Pauley Pavilion in Los Angeles. This loss marked a challenging chapter in Iowa's season, as they struggled to contain UCLA's offensive prowess throughout the game.
Game Overview
From the outset, UCLA's offense was relentless, establishing an early lead that Iowa was unable to overcome. The Bruins' high-scoring performance was characterized by efficient shooting and effective ball movement, which kept the Hawkeyes on the defensive. Despite efforts to close the gap, Iowa found themselves trailing by double digits for much of the game.
Key Performances
Kaleb Johnson continued his standout season, contributing significantly on both ends of the court. His leadership and scoring were pivotal for Iowa, but even his efforts couldn't shift the momentum in favor of the Hawkeyes.
Jacob Gill also had a notable performance, providing a scoring spark and helping to keep Iowa within striking distance during critical moments.
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Brendan Sullivan, who had previously stepped up as a reliable quarterback, faced challenges against UCLA's defense, leading to turnovers and missed opportunities that hindered Iowa's offensive flow
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