UCLA's No. 2 ranked women's basketball team secured its 14th consecutive victory with an 80-67 win over Illinois in Champaign, Illinois. Lauren Betts, the team's star center, overcame early foul trouble—picking up her second and third fouls late in the first quarter, including a technical foul—to score 23 points and grab nine rebounds. She played nearly 24 minutes, contributing significantly despite limited play early on. Angela Dugalic added 12 points, while Gabriela Jaquez, Kiki Rice, Gianna Kneepkens, and Lauren Betts each scored 10. Illinois's Cearah Parchment scored a career-high 26 points before fouling out. Illinois, led by coach Shauna Green, has lost five of its last seven games, despite being ranked 35th in the NET and having appeared in the Top 25 three times this season. UCLA, now 20-1 overall and 10-0 in the Big Ten, continues to lead the conference tied with Iowa and boasts a dominant offensive and defensive record, ranking third nationally in 3-point shooting at 39.1%. The Bruins are preparing for their upcoming game on February 1 against Illinois, with expectations of maintaining their winning streak. UCLA's team effort and strong defense, combined with Betts's resilience, exemplify their continued dominance in women's college basketball.