UCLA guards Jaylen Petty and Trent Perry expected to step up this season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 1:35 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026

UCLA guards Jaylen Petty and Trent Perry are anticipated to play key roles for the Bruins in the 2026-2027 season. With the departure of Donovan Dent and Skyy Clark, Perry is expected to become a go-to player and potentially an All-Big Ten performer after averaging 13 points per game last season. Petty, a recent addition from Texas Tech, is valued for his shooting ability, with expectations for him to become a standout shooter. Head coach Mick Cronin’s staff believes both players will significantly impact the team's performance as they pursue a potential national title or Big Ten championship.
- •Jaylen Petty and Trent Perry to lead UCLA in 2026-2027.
- •Perry averaged 13 points per game as a sophomore.
- •Petty is seen as a potential top shooter for UCLA.
- •UCLA replaces key players leaving the program.
- •The Bruins want to compete for a national title and Big Ten championship.
- 1:35 PMYahoo Sports — Could Jaylen Petty and Trent Perry take the next step this year?
"UCLA guards Jaylen Petty and Trent Perry will have a chance to take the next step for the Bruins this year.
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