While it is easy to project that each player will reach their ceiling next season, there is still a significant chance that UCLA’s starters disappoint. The Bruins have a lot of talent on the roster — that much is obvious. But what is not as obvious is how each player could regress next season and what the implications would be for the team. Below are projected outcomes for each starter if they were to play below expectations. Trent Perry | PG Mar 20, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Trent Perry (0) shoots the ball in the second half during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images | Bill Streicher-Imagn Images The consensus starting point guard all season will most likely be Trent Perry. Not only was he UCLA’s third-leading scorer last season, but he became the heart and soul of UCLA’s offense. With his role shifting, we could either see Perry become a superstar or simply another guard in the Big Ten.…