ESPN.com Preseason Power Rankings
20. UCLA
The Bruins might have one of the most formidable frontcourts in the nation if center Joshua Smith and twin North Carolina transfers David and Travis Wear play to their potential. The trio is joined by top scorer and rebounder Reeves Nelson. The biggest question is whether the guard play will be good enough to balance the offense. Point guard Lazeric Jones is a senior, and coach Ben Howland will give sophomore Tyler Lamb an opportunity to step into the lineup after top defender Malcolm Lee left for the NBA draft. UCLA presents a mismatch for opponents when it steps onto the court, and how much the Bruins are able to exploit that advantage will determine how far they can go this season. -- Diamond Leung
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