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UCLA Women’s Basketball Sets Program Record with 22nd Straight Win

The Bruins overcame turnovers and a resilient Ohio State team to remain the only unbeaten squad in Division I basketball this season.

UCLA center Lauren Betts (51) grabs a rebound over Minnesota forward Mallory Heyer (24) and UCLA forward Angela Dugalic (32) during their game on Feb. 2, 2025.
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UCLA forward Angela Dugalic blocks a shot by Ohio State guard Kennedy Cambridge during the first half of their Big Ten game on Wednesday night at Pauley Pavilion. (AP Photo/Jessie Alcheh)

Overview

  • UCLA defeated No. 8 Ohio State 65-52 at Pauley Pavilion, securing their 22nd consecutive win and breaking a school record set during the 1977-78 season.
  • Lauren Betts led the Bruins with 19 points, 14 rebounds, and three blocks, achieving her 12th double-double of the season and her first by halftime.
  • Gabriela Jaquez contributed 17 points, including nine during a decisive 19-1 fourth-quarter run that sealed the victory for UCLA.
  • Ohio State's defense forced UCLA into a season-high 23 turnovers, but the Bruins dominated the boards with a 49-33 rebounding advantage.
  • The win keeps UCLA (22-0, 10-0 Big Ten) as the only unbeaten team in Division I, while Ohio State (20-2, 9-2) struggled offensively, shooting a season-low 29.4% from the field.