The Purdue Boilermakers faced the No. 1 UCLA Bruins in an NCAA Women’s Basketball game on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at Mackey Arena in West Lafayette, Indiana. The game tipped off at 7:00 PM ET and was broadcast on the Big Ten Network.
Game Recap:
The UCLA Bruins maintained their perfect season, improving to 16-0 overall and 5-0 in Big Ten play, with a decisive victory over the Purdue Boilermakers, who fell to 7-8 overall and 0-4 in conference play.
Key Performers:
UCLA Bruins:
Lauren Betts: Continued her dominant form with a double-double, contributing significantly to the Bruins’ offense and defense.
Kiki Rice: Filled the stat sheet with points, rebounds, assists, steals, and a block, showcasing her versatility.
Gabriela Jaquez: Added double-digit points and was instrumental in maintaining the Bruins’ lead.
Purdue Boilermakers:
Lana McCarthy: The freshman stood out with her scoring and rebounding, demonstrating her potential against a top-ranked opponent.
Reagan Bass: Anchored the defense with multiple blocks, attempting to stifle the Bruins’ offensive efforts.
Destini Lombard: Led the team in steals, providing defensive energy throughout the game.
Team Statistics:
UCLA Bruins:
Maintained a high shooting percentage, capitalizing on both interior and perimeter opportunities.
Displayed strong defensive rebounding, limiting Purdue’s second-chance points.
Executed efficient ball movement, leading to a balanced scoring attack.
Purdue Boilermakers:
Struggled with shooting efficiency, facing a formidable UCLA defense.
Committed turnovers under the Bruins’ defensive pressure, impacting their offensive rhythm.
Showed resilience but were unable to overcome the deficit against the top-ranked team.
Upcoming Games:
UCLA Bruins: Will look to continue their unbeaten streak as they face upcoming conference opponents, aiming to solidify their position atop the Big Ten standings.
Purdue Boilermakers: Aim to rebound from this loss with a focus on securing their first conference win in the upcoming games, emphasizing improvements in both offense and defense.
For fans interested in future broadcasts, games involving Big Ten teams are typically available on the Big Ten Network and streaming platforms like Fubo. Please check local listings and streaming service schedules for the most up-to-date information.
