In Reply to: Re: Retiring Betts' number posted by FanSince65 on April 07, 2026 at 10:29:15
I believe the Wooden Award played a big part of his jersey retirement.
Joe Smith was a freshman (I think) or sophomore but the Wooden Award is reserved for seniors which made Joe Smith ineligible.
I believe at the time since being a senior was important for John Wooden, it was also important for UCLA at the time.