In May, UCLA Bruins legend Bill Walton passed away. It brought a number of reactions from players, coaches, and fans in general.
Walton will always be remembered for his success as a player and also his popular personality as a broadcaster.
As such, UCLA plans on honoring Walton. On Wednesday, the school announced it would do so in February against Ohio State, per the official release.
The UCLA men’s basketball program will honor the late Bill Walton during the Bruins’ home contest against Ohio State on the afternoon of Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025.
Fans will also receive a commemorative poster.
UCLA will honor Walton during a halftime ceremony that afternoon and throughout the game itself. Fans at the contest against Ohio State will receive an exclusive, commemorative poster that celebrates Walton’s life and legacy. In addition, UCLA students will receive a custom tie-dyed t-shirt to celebrate Walton’s larger-than-life personality.
February 23 at Pauley Pavilion should be a packed house to honor one of the greatest Bruins of all-time, and there should be plenty of familiar faces making their way for that one.