well, the local press hasn't been terrible (but we'll see about letters to the editor at the times tomorrow). most of the stories have been fairly on-point, just painful to read for a bruin fan. the exception of course, is Plaschke. He attributes the loss completely to the Bruins being soft. obviously, this is a somewhat accurate assessment, but he goes as far as to say that the loss couldn't be blamed on being young. ummm, yeah, our still-teenaged backcourt being bullied by more physically developed, experienced players has nothing to do with youth. whatever. i just don't understand exactly what processes (if any) are taking place in that guy's head.

on a different topic, Arron Afflalo took responsibility for Ross's big game, but i saw Morrison unsuccessfully trying to guard Ross on many occasions.

anyway, it's still the best sports time of the year, so enjoy it. Here are some recaps of the Bruin game if you're interested.
Tech-nical knockout
UCLA Is Fresh Out
UCLA's freshman guards get schooled
A twisted ending
Young Bruins are taught an early lesson
Tech-nical difficulties
Good night, UCLA
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