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Mick Cronin dissects the keys to better defense at UCLA in 2026-27
Jon Rothstein sits down with UCLA head coach Mick Cronin ahead of the 2026-27 season. Mick breaks down his approach to retaining players, the additions he made in the offseason, Nikola Kusturica and plenty more.
(0:00) Intro + Mick Cronin joins the show
(0:30) Vacation spots, children in college & living in LA
(4:50) Coaching a below-average Mick Cronin defense last year
(8:00) How will Mick look back at last season after losing Tyler Bilodeau before the tournament?
(10:05) Helping Tyler through his injury at the end of his career
(12:00) Why is Mick so good at retention?
(17:00) Putting…
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