UCLA Routs Arizona 76-44, Retains Women's College Basketball Belt
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona Wildcats | 11 | 13 | 15 | 5 | 44 |
| UCLA Bruins | 19 | 18 | 25 | 14 | 76 |
UCLA successfully defended the Women's College Basketball Belt with a commanding 76-44 victory over Arizona at Pauley Pavilion. The Bruins controlled the game from start to finish, building a comfortable lead through three quarters before cruising to the 32-point win in the fourth.
Addy Brown led UCLA with 18 points and 4 assists, while Sienna Betts dominated the glass with 10 rebounds. The Bruins' balanced attack saw them score 19 points in the first quarter and explode for 25 in the third, while holding Arizona to single digits in the final period. For the Wildcats, Makayla Presser-Palmer was the lone bright spot with 8 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists in the losing effort.
The victory keeps the belt firmly in UCLA's possession, maintaining the lineal championship that dates back to Texas's 1986 NCAA title. The Bruins' dominant performance sends a clear message to any future challengers hoping to claim the belt.
Leaders
| Addy Brown | Points | 18 |
| Addy Brown | Assists | 4 |
| Sienna Betts | Rebounds | 10 |
| Makayla Presser-Palmer | Points | 8 |
| Makayla Presser-Palmer | Assists | 4 |
| Makayla Presser-Palmer | Rebounds | 5 |
Written by Claude from ESPN's box score for this game.