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No. 2 UCLA tops No. 8 Michigan in tight battle
Lauren Betts records double-double as Bruins hold off Wolverines
Feb. 8, 2026 at 5:31pm
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Lauren Betts had 16 points, 16 rebounds, five assists and three blocks to help No. 2 UCLA hold off No. 8 Michigan for a 69-66 win on Sunday. The Bruins outscored the Wolverines by 14 over the second and third quarters and finished with their NCAA-high ninth win over an AP Top 25 team.
Why it matters
This was a highly anticipated matchup between two top-10 teams in the Big Ten conference. The win gives UCLA a two-game lead over Michigan in the conference standings as the Bruins continue their strong season.
The details
Betts was dominant inside, shooting 8-of-17 from the field and using her size to impact the game on both ends of the floor. UCLA's supporting cast also stepped up, with Kiki Rice scoring 20 points and Gabriela Jaquez and Gianna Kneepkens also reaching double figures. Michigan made a late push to try and tie the game, but Syla Swords' potential game-tying three-pointer in the final seconds was off the mark.
- The game was played on Sunday, February 8, 2026.
- UCLA took a two-game lead over Michigan in the Big Ten conference standings with the win.
The players
Lauren Betts
A 6-foot-7 preseason All-America center for UCLA who recorded a double-double with 16 points, 16 rebounds, five assists and three blocks.
Kiki Rice
A talented guard for UCLA who scored 20 points to complement Betts' strong performance.
Olivia Olson
Michigan's leading scorer with 20 points in the losing effort.
What’s next
UCLA will look to continue its strong season and conference lead, while Michigan will aim to bounce back and keep pace in the Big Ten standings.
The takeaway
This game showcased the depth and talent of the No. 2 UCLA Bruins, who were able to hold off a tough Michigan team on the road. Betts' all-around performance was the difference-maker as the Bruins solidified their position atop the Big Ten.
