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UCLA Basketball: Top 5 potential non-conference games in 2023

By Ryan Kay

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - MARCH 23: Head coach Mick Cronin of the UCLA Bruins calls out a play during the first half against the Gonzaga Bulldogs in the Sweet 16 round of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at T-Mobile Arena on March 23, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - MARCH 23: Head coach Mick Cronin of the UCLA Bruins calls out a play during the first half against the Gonzaga Bulldogs in the Sweet 16 round of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at T-Mobile Arena on March 23, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) /
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Marquette forward Justin Lewis (10) drives past UCLA guard Tyger Campbell (10) during the first half of their game Saturday, December 11, 2021, at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wis.Mumen12 8 /

Even though the bracket has not been announced for the Maui Maui Invitational, it would be an outstanding game if UCLA were to go up against Marquette in the non-conference tournament.

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The last time these two programs played against one another was in 2021 when UCLA went on the road to play the Golden Eagles. Marquette and UCLA have only faced each other twice in regular-season games over the years. Those two matchups have been part of non-conference schedules, allowing both teams to test their skills against formidable opponents early in the season.

Overall, the history between Marquette and UCLA is limited but in both games, the margin of victory was in the single digits. While UCLA holds the advantage in terms of national championships won, Marquette has had its fair share of successes as well. Their two recent meetings on the court have provided exciting moments for college basketball fans and if they were to see one another in the Maui Maui Invitational, that would be a win for college basketball fans as well.

History and Game Prediction

Two games have been played between these two schools in recent years: UCLA has won both games against the Golden Eagles.

Current Win Streak: The Bruins have won the last two games between these two schools, having a two-game winning streak in this series between these two programs.

The last meeting between both schools: UCLA defeated Marquette on the road by a final score of 67-56 back on December 11, 2021.

*Prediction: If they meet each other in the tournament, UCLA wins in a close game by a final score of 81-76.