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Betts Powers No. 4 UCLA Past Previously Unbeaten Oregon 80-59 in Big Ten Opener

Betts' season-best outing showcased UCLA's rebounding edge, reinforcing paint control.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – DECEMBER 07: Lauren Betts #51 of the UCLA Bruins is introduced before the game against the Oregon Ducks at UCLA Pauley Pavilion on December 07, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
UCLA center Lauren Betts (51) blocks a shot by Oregon Amina Muhammad (5) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Caroline Brehman)
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Overview

  • Lauren Betts posted season highs of 24 points, 14 rebounds and five blocks to lead UCLA.
  • UCLA overwhelmed Oregon on the glass 52-29, held a 40-28 edge in paint scoring and finished with 22 assists.
  • The Bruins burst to a 19-8 start, built a 49-26 halftime lead and stretched the margin to as many as 27.
  • Gianna Kneepkens scored 17 points and Lena Bilic added 13 for UCLA, while Oregon’s Katie Fiso led the Ducks with 14.
  • The win at Pauley Pavilion moved the Bruins to 9-1 (1-0 Big Ten) and extended their streak over Oregon to six straight as the Ducks dropped to 10-1.