Malcolm Lee has been a real team leader and one of the go-to players on the UCLA basketball team this season. Expected to start at the two-guard position this season, Lee has done a fine job filling the void at point guard and has shown maturity on a team predominantly filled with underclassmen. This season he has had a strong offensive presence, averaging 12.7 points per game (second on the team) while involving teammates with 3.9 assists per game (also second on the team). The sophomore guard has been a steady force for the Bruins, and as the team begins to get on a roll, he will surely be one for fans to keep an eye on. I got the opportunity to speak with Malcolm about the season and how music impacts his performance in games:

What is your greatest UCLA moment so far?

ML: Beating the University of Washington Huskies on a buzzer beater by Mustafa [Abdul-Hamid] at home.

What are your goals for the team and yourself this season?

ML: Team goals are to win the Pac-10 and my personal goals are to stay healthy.

What are your future career goals?

ML: To be in the NBA.

How does music impact your sport/performance?

ML: Music allows me to stay focused and get away from reality.

What are a few songs you’ve been listening to lately?

ML:

Nas | If I Ruled the World

Nas | One Mic

Nas | If Heaven was a Mile Away

Nas | Hope

2Pac | Thugs Mansion

2Pac | Never Be Peace

2Pac | Me Against the World

Notorious B.I.G. | Juicy

I like to listen to songs that have deep messages and meanings in its lyrics before games. 2Pac, B.I.G. Nas, Jay-Z.