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NCAA Basketball: Conference battles shake up top 25

ByDoug Winkey|
Jan 21, 2017; Spokane, WA, USA; Gonzaga Bulldogs guard Nigel Williams-Goss (5) reacts after falling against the Portland Pilots during the second half at McCarthey Athletic Center. The Bulldogs won 73-52. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 21, 2017; Spokane, WA, USA; Gonzaga Bulldogs guard Nigel Williams-Goss (5) reacts after falling against the Portland Pilots during the second half at McCarthey Athletic Center. The Bulldogs won 73-52. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports
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January 21, 2017; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Arizona Wildcats guard Allonzo Trier (35) controls the ball against UCLA Bruins guard Lonzo Ball (2) during the second half at Pauley Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
January 21, 2017; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Arizona Wildcats guard Allonzo Trier (35) controls the ball against UCLA Bruins guard Lonzo Ball (2) during the second half at Pauley Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

12. UCLA Bruins

Previous Ranking: 9 

Record: 19-2 (6-2 Pac-12)

UCLA dominated Arizona State before losing to Arizona. The Bruins are 0-2 so far against the Pac-12’s other legitimate contenders, but will still try to remain in the race when they visit USC Wednesday.

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The rough home loss to the Wildcats did see a terrific performance from star freshman Lonzo Ball, who scored 24 points, collected six rebounds and had eight assists. That performance will help his quest to become the best point guard in the country. Four other Bruins scored in double-figures for the offensive-minded group, but this team’s defensive lapses could keep them out of the title conversation in March.

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