The UCLA women's basketball team has welcomed a significant addition to its roster with the arrival of Stanford transfer Lauren Betts. Betts, who was the top recruit in the 2022 class, made the decision to transfer in search of a change of scenery. She reunites with her coach on Team USA's under-19 team, Cori Close, whom she credits for building her up on and off the court. Betts' arrival brings a much-needed boost to UCLA's frontcourt, which struggled to contain post powers like Stanford's Cameron Brink and South Carolina's Kamilla Cardoso. The 6-foot-7 center's presence, along with the healthy returns of forwards Angela Dugalic and Izzy Ansty, gives UCLA a formidable inside-out game.

The addition of Betts contributes to the growth of UCLA's overall talent, particularly in their frontcourt, with five available players standing at 6-foot-4 or taller, a distinct advantage for the team. In addition to Betts, the team boasts a strong recruiting class from the previous year, which was already considered one of the best in the country. The Bruins are now poised to live up to their lofty expectations as a top-five team in the nation, according to the initial AP poll, and compete for a national championship.

With a focused, healthy, and tall roster, including standout graduate students Charisma Osborne and Cam Brown, the Bruins are determined to prove themselves as top contenders. As the Bruins head into the season, they are ready to showcase their potential and exceed expectations.