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No. 3 UCLA defeated UC Santa Barbara 87-50 in its home opener with three players scoring 20-plus points, showcasing the team’s offensive depth.

After a flat season-opening performance, the Bruins responded decisively, with players taking part in a early-morning shooting sessions to emphasize their commitment.

Coach Cori Close praised her team’s willingness to challenge itself and meet a higher standard.

At her players’ request, Cori Close showed up inside Pauley Pavilion five hours before tipoff. The UCLA women’s basketball coach was joined by her assistants and managers for pregame shooting at 6:30 a.m., so many players filling the court that the sessions had to be staggered.

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