On March 27, 1971, the collegiate basketball world witnessed a historic moment in the annals of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament. It was on this day that the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Bruins secured their fifth consecutive NCAA championship title by defeating the Villanova Wildcats with a score of 68-62. This victory not only cemented UCLA's dominance in college basketball but also sparked controversy and debate that would linger for decades due to the disqualification of Villanova for fielding an ineligible player, Howard Porter. This article delves into the events of that day, the teams, the pivotal players, and the aftermath of the game that became one of the most talked-about moments in NCAA history.
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