In a thrilling Big Ten Tournament championship matchup, No. 4 UCLA rallied from a 13-point deficit to defeat No. 2 USC 72-67. With a standout performance from Lauren Betts, who scored 13 of her 17 points in the second half, the Bruins showcased tenacious defense, limiting USC to just four baskets in the final quarter. Although USC led 48-35, they faltered with 14 consecutive missed shots. UCLA's Kiki Rice and Londynn Jones contributed 13 points each. The victory marked UCLA's first win over USC this season, breaking the Trojans' nine-game winning streak and securing the Bruins the tournament title.
Lauren Betts scored 13 of her 17 points in the second half, helping No. 4 UCLA to overcome a 13-point deficit to beat No. 2 USC in the Big Ten Championship.
USC had a nine-game winning streak snapped as they lost to UCLA, marking the first time the Bruins have defeated their conference rivals in three meetings this season.
Defensive tenacity defined UCLA's game, as the Trojans missed 14 consecutive shots, resulting in only four baskets in the final quarter of play.
Coach Cori Close emphasized the need for toughness and aggression, motivating the Bruins to rally back and secure a crucial championship victory.
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