USC hands No. 1 UCLA first loss, ends 23-game winning streak

In a highly anticipated matchup, No. 6 USC defeated No. 1 UCLA 71-60, handing the Bruins their first loss of the season and ending their undefeated streak. JuJu Watkins led the Trojans with an impressive performance, scoring 38 points, grabbing 11 rebounds, and making significant contributions on defense with eight blocks. Despite trailing at times, USC rallied in the fourth quarter, outscoring UCLA 24-8, with an 11-2 run to finish the game. The Bruins struggled offensively in the final period, hitting only 1 of 14 shots, while USC capitalized on UCLA's 20 turnovers. This victory marked USC's first win over a top-ranked team since 1983 and showcased Watkins' historic performance, making her the first player in 20 seasons to achieve such a stat line against an undefeated opponent. Both teams are set to continue their seasons with upcoming games against other ranked opponents this Sunday.