UCLA's Kusturica shines in 114-63 win over North Florida
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 7, 2026, 5:52 AM
Last updated Nov 7, 2026
Nikola Kusturica scored 26 of his 29 points in the first half as No. 22 UCLA defeated North Florida 114-63 in their home opener on November 6, 2026. Kusturica shot a perfect 9 of 9 from the field, contributing to a dominant stretch where UCLA outscored North Florida 35-0. The Bruins led 52-20 at halftime after turning around an early deficit. Four other players joined Kusturica in double figures, with Jaylen Petty adding 22 points. UCLA improved to 2-0 for the season following this win.
- •UCLA scored 35 unanswered points during the game.
- •Kusturica had six rebounds and three assists in 23 minutes.
- •North Florida's Kent Jackson led his team with 11 points.
- •UCLA's next game is against Arkansas-Pine Bluff on November 9.
- 5:52 AMYahoo Sports — Kusturica’s flawless first half sparks No. 22 UCLA’s 114-63 rout of North Florida
"LOS ANGELES (AP) — Nikola Kusturica scored 26 of his 29 points in the first half on perfect shooting, and No. 22 UCLA routed North Florida 114-63 in its home opener Friday night.
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