In a defensive battle, UCLA emerged victorious over Texas with a score of 51-44, securing a spot in the NCAA championship game for the first time in program history. The Bruins, led by Lauren Betts with 16 points, faced significant challenges offensively, committing 23 turnovers, the most in a Final Four game since 2008. Texas struggled to find their rhythm, particularly Madison Booker, who finished with just six points after a strong previous performance against UCLA. The game was marked by a slow pace, resulting in a combined score of only 95 points, one of the lowest in Final Four history. UCLA's defensive effort was crucial, limiting Texas to just six points in the first quarter and maintaining a narrow lead throughout the game. With this victory, UCLA aims to capture its first NCAA championship against South Carolina on Sunday.