Eleven of twelve schools from the Conference of Champions will tip off their seasons on Friday. Altogether, there are sixteen games featuring PAC 12 schools. Here’s what you need to know.
Steal leads to fast break?
Two talented UCLA freshmen and Liangelo Ball were arrested for shoplifting during the team’s trip to China. Coach Alford is displeased enough to sit them out for the season opener against Georgia Tech. Deep down, he’s probably happy that this makes it look like they aren’t paying players in Westwood.
FBI Tries Officiating PAC 12
Speaking of paying players, USC’s Tony Bland and Arizona’s Book Richardson have now been indicted by a federal grand jury.