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NCAA
02-22 09:00
95 - 94
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UCLA
43
43
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0
9
95
University of Illinois
50
36
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8
94
UCLA
University of Illinois
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Match Info
UCLA edged out the University of Illinois 95-94 in a classic, non-conference NCAA basketball showdown on February 22, 2026. The final score was decided by a single point in a back-and-forth offensive masterpiece that came down to the final buzzer. The game lived up to its billing as a clash of major programs, with both teams trading leads throughout the second half. Illinois appeared to have secured the win after a driving layup put them up by two with just seconds remaining. However, UCLA inbounded the ball quickly, and their senior guard raced up the court to hit a contested, step-back three-pointer at the horn to snatch the victory, sending the home crowd into a frenzy. The dramatic finish capped a game filled with highlight-reel plays and was a major resume-building win for UCLA against a ranked opponent. Illinois's coach was left to rue a final defensive breakdown, while UCLA celebrated a moment of individual brilliance. The star-studded starting lineups from both schools delivered a memorable contest.

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The UCLA vs University of Illinois fixture is part of the NCAA during the 2025-2026 season. Follow live scores, NCAA fixtures, match statistics, NCAA standings and NCAA match results for UCLA vs University of Illinois on Tiger Scores 365.

Match Date: Feb 22, 2026

Competition: NCAA

Country: United States

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