CEDRIC BOZEMAN
Freshman, G, 6-6 Bozeman has great quickness for his size, and his
height gives him an advantage over defenders, allowing him to see
over the press. It probably won’t be until mid- to
late-conference season that Bozeman finds his rhythm on the
floor as he is out 4-6 weeks with a knee injury.
BILLY KNIGHT
Fifth-year senior, G, 6-6 Knight’s job is to shoot the ball.
Having worked his way into the starting lineup last season, Knight
brings both a strong work ethic and four years of UCLA basketball
experience to the floor along with his consistent three-point
shot from the corner.
RICO HINES
Fifth-year senior, G/F, 6-5 Hines is a team leader. His role is an
offensive contributor in terms of helping the flow of and execution
of plays. The Bruins look to Hines’ four previous years of
experience as a guide as the team establishes a consistent
rhythm.
JASON KAPONO
Junior, G/F, 6-8 Kapono is the Bruins’ most dominant shooter,
leading the team in scoring his last two years. The Bruins will
look to Kapono for leadership and the bulk of the scoring
responsibility. Kapono, who focused on his ball-handling over
the summer, will see time at the point guard position while
Bozeman recovers.
DIJON THOMPSON
Freshman, G/F, 6-7 Thompson is a versatile player who the Bruins
will fill in as point guard as well. Averaging 20 minutes, Thompson
has been a contributor in every game thus far. He has a good stroke
from the perimeter and good floor vision.
MATT BARNES
Senior, F, 6-7 Barnes was a crucial component to the Bruin
defensive machine in 2000-01, and though he has been incorporating
looks from the perimeter into the offense, it is imperative for
Bruin success that Barnes stay tough down low.
ANDRE PATTERSON
Freshman, F, 6-7 Patterson is an athletic player capable of
producing highlight-reel material. Though raw on fundamentals,
Patterson brings enthusiasm into the lineup. The Bruins can count
on his short-range shot as well as strong rebounding.
T.J. CUMMINGS
Sophomore, F, 6-9 Cummings has expanded his game since last season
and contributes as a shooter as well as a presence in the post. In
getting more minutes this season, Cummings has been able to
increase his confidence and utilize his versatile abilities.
DAN GADZURIC
Senior, C, 6-11 When Gadzuric is on, he’s virtually
unstoppable, but it has taken him time this season to find his
niche. Finishing with a 54-percent field-goal average last season,
Gadzuric has proven that he is can be a consistent offensive
contributor, but he has been hampered by ankle injuries in the
early 2001-02 season.