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UCLA center Lauren Betts has declared the current Bruins squad the most talented team she's ever played on. Despite a shift towards a more balanced offense, Betts's leadership and the team's deep talent pool position them as major championship contenders.
Stanford Steve is calling the women's NCAA Tournament seeding a "joke," citing questionable placements for top teams like UCLA and UConn. He highlights Duke's surprisingly low seed and the tough paths set for UCLA and UConn compared to others.
The Toronto Tempo selected UCLA star Kiki Rice with the 6th pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft, marking their first-ever selection. Rice, a national champion, brings a winning mentality and culture-setting ability to the new franchise. Her historic draft night is part of a three-Bruin streak in the first round.
UCLA's championship-winning coach Cori Close joined The Rich Eisen Show, celebrating her team's victory and predicting a bright future for her players. She highlighted Gabriela Jaquez's warrior spirit and predicted she'll be a top-10 WNBA draft pick.
UCLA delivered a stunning upset against South Carolina, dominating the game with overwhelming size and tenacious defense. Analyst Stephen A. Smith was left 'stunned' by the lopsided nature of the contest, which saw individual brilliance from players like Gabriella Hawkins and a rare look of helplessness from South Carolina's coach Dawn Staley. The Bruins' strong team identity and flawless execution secured a statement victory.
UCLA secured their first national championship by demolishing South Carolina in the title game. Meanwhile, criticism surrounds Geno Auriemma's apology to Dawn Staley after a post-game confrontation.
UCLA claims the National Championship title, led by a dominant Lauren Betts! Analyst Chiney Ogwumike breaks down the Bruins' victory and hands out her first-ever season awards. The show also revisits the talked-about Geno Auriemma vs. Dawn Staley moment.
UCLA's dominant center Lauren Betts led the Bruins back to the Final Four with a 28-game winning streak. Beyond her on-court success, Betts opened up about her battle with depression, inspiring others to prioritize mental health. She also shared insights into her competitive family and the fun-loving team chemistry driving their championship aspirations.
Experts are questioning the future of Cinderella teams in March Madness due to the impact of NIL and the transfer portal. Lower seeds are struggling, and the traditional underdog run may be a thing of the past. Key matchups like UCLA vs. Yukon and St. John's vs. Kansas, along with Duke's young squad, are setting the stage for intense tournament action.
Analysts are questioning if UCLA has the toughest path to the Final Four, highlighting potential matchups against dark horses and key player battles. Meanwhile, Duke's seeding and an intriguing 8 vs. 9 game between Iowa State and Syracuse are also generating buzz.
