Xavier Booker was one of four key transfers for the UCLA Bruins as he comes to Westwood from Michigan State. Booker will immediately slot into the center position as UCLA looks towards a more traditional starting lineup. This will help guys like Tyler Bilodeau and Eric Dailey Jr. not have to matchup against larger opponents and exert more energy on the defensive end. It is not stressed enough how much guarding the post can wear players down in a 40-minute game.
Mick Cronin will look to run an interchangeable set also including another transfer from the University of San Diego in Steven Jamerson II.