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UCLA Basketball: 5 Takeaways From The Win Over Kentucky

By Mike Regalado

Dec 3, 2016; Lexington, KY, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Steve Alford looks on before the game against the Kentucky Wildcats at Rupp Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark Zerof-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 3, 2016; Lexington, KY, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Steve Alford looks on before the game against the Kentucky Wildcats at Rupp Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark Zerof-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 3, 2016; Lexington, KY, USA; UCLA Bruins forward Ike Anigbogu (13) dunks the ball against Kentucky Wildcats in the first half at Rupp Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark Zerof-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 3, 2016; Lexington, KY, USA; UCLA Bruins forward Ike Anigbogu (13) dunks the ball against Kentucky Wildcats in the first half at Rupp Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark Zerof-USA TODAY Sports /

2.  Bruin Bigs Get Buff With Anigbogu

The UCLA big men were doing pretty well before freshman center Ike Anigbogu returned to the lineup last week after a meniscus injury.

Thomas Welsh and TJ Leaf have both combined for 9 double-doubles this season, so there is no doubt that they are key offensive weapons for UCLA, but what Anigbogu brings is a lot of physical play and defense.

The freshman is going to be the presence that Tony Parker should have been last season. Anigbogu is quicker, more athletic and exceptionally strong.

He might have fouled out against Kentucky, but he did pull down 6 points, 6 boards and 2 blocks. That is some aggression that I do not mind seeing from a UCLA Basketball player.