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UCLA Bruins' Brandon Williams Shines as Stanford Cardinal Prepares for Showdown

The UCLA Bruins are gearing up for an exciting matchup against the Stanford Cardinal at Maples Pavilion. Both teams have been putting in the work to secure a victory, but all eyes are on UCLA's standout player, Brandon Williams.


Feb 16, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Stanford Cardinal guard Michael O'Connell (5) beats UCLA Bruins guard Dylan Andrews (2) to a loose ball in the first half at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

In their previous three games, Williams has consistently displayed his skills on the court. In the first game against the Maryland Terrapins, he scored 8 points and grabbed 4 rebounds in just 19 minutes of play. His shooting percentage was an impressive 60 percent from the field and a perfect 100 percent from the free-throw line.


Williams continued to impress in the second game against the Cal State Northridge Matadors. He contributed 27 points, 4 rebounds, and 4 steals in a commanding performance. His shooting percentages were equally impressive, with 60 percent from the field and 81 percent from the free-throw line.


Feb 16, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Stanford Cardinal forward Brandon Angel (23) reaches in front of UCLA Bruins forward Kenneth Nwuba (14) for a rebound in the first half at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

In their most recent game against Ohio State Buckeyes, Williams once again showcased his skills with 22 points and 2 assists. He shot at an efficient rate of 53 percent from the field and a perfect 100 percent from the free-throw line.


But it's not just about Williams for UCLA Bruins. The team has seen strong performances from other players as well. Kenneth Nwuba has been a force on defense, recording multiple blocks and rebounds in each game. Sebastian Mack has been consistent with his shooting, contributing valuable points to the team's success.


Feb 16, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Stanford Cardinal forward Spencer Jones (14) is defended by UCLA Bruins guard David Singleton (34) in the first half at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

On the other side of the court, Stanford Cardinal has been preparing diligently for this matchup. James Keefe has shown his versatility as a forward, contributing points and rebounds in each game. Andrej Stojakovic has displayed excellent shooting skills with a field goal percentage of 67 percent.


Michael Jones has been a key playmaker for Stanford Cardinal, dishing out assists while also contributing points and rebounds. Jared Bynum has been a reliable guard, showcasing his skills on both ends of the court.


As the game approaches, both teams are aware of the challenges they will face. UCLA Bruins will need to continue their strong offensive performances, while Stanford Cardinal will focus on their defensive strategies to contain the Bruins' scoring threats.


The upcoming game between UCLA Bruins and Stanford Cardinal is scheduled for February 8th at Maples Pavilion. Fans can catch all the action live on Pac-12 Network. It's sure to be an intense battle as both teams fight for victory on the court.

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