In a 7-13 (1-6) season, the Bears are not playing for postseason glory this year. They are still theoretically playing for a win every time they step out on the court, but the reality is there will be a lot of losses this season, as this version of California basketball learns who they are and how to play at this level. Cal basketball is about the future, and playing now like they want to learn and prepare for big things in the future. That is the reason to take the court and compete at a high level, and (because we need to be reminded this year) the main reason to watch.