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 Leon Draisaitl's comment, "They're not all pretty, they're not all perfect, they're not all Boston-type games," refers to the Oilers' 4-0 victory over the Boston Bruins earlier in the season. In that game, the Oilers delivered a dominant and flawless performance. By contrast, their recent 4-3 win against the Chicago Blackhawks was less decisive, requiring the team to overcome a poor start and rally from a 2-0 deficit. Draisaitl's remark underscores that not every game can be as seamless as the one against Boston; sometimes, teams must find ways to win even when the performance is less than perfect. 

 In their recent 88-80 loss to the Arizona Wildcats, the UCF Knights faced several challenges that contributed to their defeat: 1. Second-Half Performance: After trailing by just three points at halftime (45-42), UCF was outscored in the second half. Arizona's Henri Veesaar scored 10 of his 14 points during this period, helping the Wildcats extend their lead.  2. Defensive Struggles: Arizona had five players scoring in double digits, with Caleb Love leading the team with 16 points. This balanced offensive attack posed challenges for UCF's defense throughout the game.  3. Free-Throw Disparity: The Wildcats capitalized on free-throw opportunities, making 23 of 29 attempts, while UCF managed 12 of 17. This difference contributed to Arizona maintaining their lead in crucial moments.  4. Offensive Rebounds: Although UCF secured 12 offensive rebounds in the first half, leading to 11 second-chance points, they couldn't sustain this advantage in the second half to overcome A...