UCLA Women's Basketball Defeats Minnesota 79-53, Remains Unbeaten

The UCLA women's basketball team secured a dominant 79-53 victory over Minnesota, extending their unbeaten streak to 21-0. Despite star center Lauren Betts being heavily guarded and scoring only six points, she excelled as a playmaker, recording a career-high 11 assists, becoming the first 6'7” or taller player in women’s college basketball history to achieve this feat. Freshman Elina Aarnisalo led the Bruins in scoring with 15 points, while Kiki Rice and Londynn Jones contributed 14 and 13 points, respectively. After a tight first half, UCLA outscored the Gophers 46-25 in the second half, showcasing their depth with ten players contributing to the scoring. The win marks UCLA's 13th consecutive home victory and their ability to adapt under pressure was evident as they adjusted their game plan effectively. The Bruins are set to face No. 8 Ohio State in their next matchup, continuing their pursuit of an undefeated season.