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No. 8 Michigan hosts No. 2 UCLA in top women's basketball matchup
The Wolverines and Bruins clash in a battle of top-10 teams on Sunday afternoon.
Feb. 8, 2026 at 1:47am
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No. 8 Michigan will host No. 2 UCLA in a highly anticipated women's basketball matchup on Sunday. The Wolverines are coming off a thrilling overtime win against in-state rival Michigan State, while the Bruins have just one loss on the season, falling to No. 4 Texas in November. This top-10 clash will be broadcast nationally on Fox, with tipoff set for 3 p.m. ET at the Crisler Center in Ann Arbor.
Why it matters
This game features two of the top teams in the country and will have major implications for the national rankings and NCAA Tournament seeding. Michigan is looking to secure a signature win over a fellow top-10 opponent, while UCLA is aiming to continue its dominant conference play and strengthen its case as an elite team.
The details
Michigan (20-3) is led by its high-powered offense, averaging over 80 points per game. The Wolverines are coming off a 94-91 overtime win against Michigan State last weekend. UCLA (22-1) has been one of the most consistent teams in the country, with its only loss coming against No. 4 Texas in November. The Bruins are 12-0 in Pac-12 play and are led by their stifling defense.
- The game will tipoff at 3 p.m. ET on Sunday, February 8, 2026.
- Michigan is 20-3 on the season and coming off a thrilling overtime win against Michigan State last weekend.
- UCLA is 22-1 on the season, with its only loss coming against No. 4 Texas in November. The Bruins are 12-0 in Pac-12 play.
The players
Michigan Wolverines
The No. 8 ranked women's basketball team in the country, led by its high-powered offense that averages over 80 points per game.
UCLA Bruins
The No. 2 ranked women's basketball team in the country, with a 22-1 record and a dominant 12-0 mark in Pac-12 play.
What they’re saying
“This is going to be a great game between two of the best teams in the country. Both Michigan and UCLA have had impressive seasons so far, and this matchup will be a real test for both squads.”
— Jason Benetti, Fox Sports Broadcaster (Fox Sports)
“We're really looking forward to the challenge of facing Michigan on the road. They're a tough, well-coached team, and we know we'll have to bring our 'A' game to come out on top.”
— Cori Close, UCLA Head Coach (UCLA Athletics)
What’s next
Following this matchup, Michigan will host Michigan State on February 15, while UCLA will travel to Michigan State on February 11.
The takeaway
This top-10 women's basketball showdown between Michigan and UCLA will be a must-watch game, featuring two of the best teams in the country battling it out for national prominence and tournament seeding. Fans can expect an intense, high-level matchup between these two powerhouse programs.
