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OT: Happy National Doughnut Day

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Also, a special and unrelated shout out to our Dear Leader, Chianti Dan.

Wilbon on PTI

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Wilbon sums it up nicely on Combs. The question remains why this kid and why now? If I know the media it probably started form a bored AP or Reuters writer that did a fluff piece then the journalists saw the big entertainment name and wanted to 'grow' the story out by lining up inane guests to fill time. That's how it works.

UCLA defends Combs' scholarship

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UCLA released a statement Wednesday explaining that athletic scholarships are not based on finances and do not rely on taxpayers' money. The University of California school system is currently facing financial problems. "Unlike need-based scholarships, athletic scholarships are awarded to students strictly on the basis of their athletic and academic ability -- not their financial need," the statement read. "Athletic scholarships, such as those awarded to football or basketball players, do not rely on state funds. Instead, these scholarships are entirely funded through UCLA Athletics ticket sales, corporate partnerships, media contracts and private donations from supporters. "Each year, UCLA awards the equivalent of approximately 285 full athletic scholarships to outstanding student athletes. The scholarships are used by the UCLA Department of Intercollegiate Athletics to pay students' tuition and fees, as well as room and board. In this respect, UCLA is no different from the overwhelming majority of Division I institutions."

Basketball Schedule up for Next Season

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Can't wait for November 9 and Pauley reopen.

Rick Neuheisel hired by Sirius XM Radio as analyst

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Sirius XM Radio will announce Thursday that it has hired former UCLA football coach Rick Neuheisel to be an analyst on its college sports channel, 91. Neuheisel will make his debut Monday on "College Football Playbook," which airs from 9 a.m. to noon PDT. He will also co-host "College Sports Today" weekdays from 6 to 9 a.m.

Join the BTD Bracket Challenge

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Winner gets a front page post on Building the Dam!

UCLA Men's Golf Team looking good midway through stroke play at NCAA's.

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UCLA Men's Golf Team looking good midway through stroke play at NCAA's.

UCLA Auctions

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The UCLA Softball Team has two signed Breast Cancer Awareness batting helmets up for auction. A portion of the proceeds will go to UCLA Iris Cantor Women's Health Education and Resource Center. Auction ends June 1st @ 2pm PT.

Bruin Report Online Says UCLA Basketball Will Win PAC 12 and Maybe More

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"So, yes, there are details to work out. If there weren't, the Bruins would be picked to win the national championship in 2013. If a few do get worked out -- say, UCLA can actually play decent defense -- the Bruins could actually compete for the national crown. They have that kind of talent. "