UCLA's unexpected journey to its first women's Final Four was marked by the early foul trouble of key player Lauren Betts. Interestingly, the Bruins excelled without her, establishing an impressive lead against LSU, which they maintained despite Betts’s return. The game ended with UCLA winning 72-65, illustrating their growth as a program. This outcome contrasts with expectations, as LSU was seen as a formidable three-seed. Coach Cori Close's leadership has helped UCLA break from past limitations and emerge as a competitive force in women's basketball, despite not traditionally being a top seed.
The Bruins, facing early foul trouble with their key player Lauren Betts, surprisingly performed better without her, ultimately securing a 72-65 victory over LSU.
Despite not being projected as a top seed, UCLA's historic win in the women's Final Four reflects their growth as a program under coach Cori Close.
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