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UCLA Rallies Past Duke 70-58 to Reach Second Straight Final Four

Lauren Betts’ dominant second half earned her the regional Most Outstanding Player award.

Mar 29, 2026; Sacramento, CA, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Toby Fournier (35) defends against UCLA Bruins center Lauren Betts (51) during the second quarter in the Sacramento Regional 4 of the women's 2026 NCAA Tournament at the Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images
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An image collage containing 2 images, Image 1 shows Lauren Betts of UCLA dribbles the ball while Delaney Thomas of Duke defends during the Elite Eight game, Image 2 shows UCLA Bruins center Lauren Betts celebrates after scoring against the Duke Blue Devils

Overview

  • The Bruins, who trailed at halftime, outscored Duke 39-19 in the second half Sunday to win 70-58 and secure a Final Four spot.
  • Center Lauren Betts finished with 23 points, 10 rebounds and 5 blocks, including 15 points after halftime, to power the comeback.
  • UCLA’s senior-led roster ran a player-driven halftime talk that focused on tightening defense before coach Cori Close entered.
  • Regional honors followed the win, with Betts named Sacramento Regional 2 Most Outstanding Player and Angela Dugalic joining the All-Tournament team.
  • Duke’s Taina Mair and Toby Fournier and LSU’s MiLaysia Fulwiley also made the All-Tournament team, and UCLA will face the Texas or Michigan winner in Phoenix on April 3.