UCLA losing big at halftime

Staff Writer

Nov. 26, 2009 9:17 PM PT

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Not even an overdose of tryptophan could explain UCLA’s sluggish start against Portland at the 76 Classic tonight.

Missed shots. Bad passes. A shot-clock violation.

It all added up to the Bruins trailing, 36-19 ,against an opponent that looked quicker and sharper through the first 20 minutes of this game at the Anaheim Convention Center.

UCLA made just 32% of its shots, barely more than half of its free throws. The Pilots made 57% of their shots and went six for six from the free-throw line. Portland had 10 turnovers, but even that was two less than the Bruins.

-- David Wharton

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David Wharton

David Wharton has filled an array of roles – covering the courts, entertainment, sports and the second Persian Gulf War – since starting as a Los Angeles Times intern in 1982. His work has been honored by organizations such as the Society for Features Journalism and Associated Press Sports Editors and has been anthologized in “Best American Sports Writing.” He has also been nominated for an Emmy and has written two books, including “Conquest,” an inside look at USC football during the Pete Carroll era.

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