Lauren Betts had 22 points, seven rebounds and five assists and No. 2 UCLA pushed its winning streak to 18 games by thumping No. 13 Michigan State 86-63 on Wednesday night. Kiki Rice finished with 18 points and seven rebounds for the Bruins (24-1, 14-0 Big Ten). Gabriela Jaquez added 13 points, all in the first half, and Gianna Kneepkens chipped in 12. UCLA now has nine wins over ranked opponents, six in conference play.
Betts's trip to NYC combined leisure with a significant event in women's sports, showcasing her rising prominence in basketball. Fans eagerly anticipate her potential as the No. 1 pick in the 2026 WNBA draft.