The UCLA Bruins women’s basketball team, currently in their inaugural season in the Big Ten Conference, has demonstrated exceptional performance, achieving a 32-2 record and securing the No. 1 seed in the NCAA tournament.
Key Player: Lauren Betts
Junior center Lauren Betts has been pivotal to UCLA’s success. In the NCAA tournament’s second round, she scored 30 points and grabbed 14 rebounds in a win against Richmond, becoming the first UCLA player to achieve a 30-point, 10-rebound game in NCAA tournament history. Betts has also been recognized as a “generational player” by her coach.
Recent Performance
UCLA advanced to the Sweet 16 by defeating Richmond 84-67, with Betts leading the charge. They will face Ole Miss next, who recently upset Baylor 69-63.
Upcoming Game
Looking ahead, UCLA is set to play against Ole Miss in the Sweet 16. The game is scheduled for March 28, 2025, at 10:00 PM PDT.