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UCLA basketball: Bruins land recruit Lazeric Jones

By David Wharton
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Lazeric Jones, a junior-college point guard out of Illinois, has committed to UCLA.

Jones is regarded as one of the best juco players at his position in the nation and also has been pursued by Wisconsin. He will help bolster a thin backcourt for the Bruins next season.

On a recent visit to Westwood, Jones appeared enthusiastic about committing but said he wanted to go home and discuss his decision with family before making it official.

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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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