UCLA women's basketball pummels Iowa, wins back-to-back Big Ten tournament titles

"After competitive games in their first two Big Ten tournament contests, the Bruins dismantled No. 2 seed Iowa from start to finish during a 96-45 victory from Gainbridge Fieldhouse to seal an NCAA tournament berth and win the Big Ten. The 51-point win was the largest margin of victory in Big Ten championship history, eclipsing the 33-point mark Iowa set in its 2023 win over Ohio State."

"In front of a Iowa-heavy crowd, the Bruins put up one of their best shooting games of the season, firing 63% from the field. Gianna Kneepkels tallied 19 points and all five starters reached double digits. It was UCLA's 25th consecutive win dating back to November."

"As the Bruins did Saturday against Ohio State, UCLA relied on its defense to extend its lead. The Bruins forced 19 Iowa turnovers that led to 22 points in transition. They also held Iowa to 28% from the field."

UCLA's women's basketball team dominated No. 2 seed Iowa 96-45 in the Big Ten championship game, securing an NCAA tournament berth with the largest margin of victory in Big Ten championship history. The Bruins shot 63% from the field with all five starters scoring in double digits, led by Gianna Kneepkens with 19 points. Kiki Rice contributed 15 points and eight assists, earning most outstanding player honors. UCLA's 34 team assists set a Big Ten championship record. The Bruins' defense forced 19 turnovers leading to 22 transition points while holding Iowa to 28% shooting. This victory extended UCLA's winning streak to 25 consecutive games dating back to November.

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