The UConn Huskies (35-3) and UCLA Bruins (34-2) are set for a heavyweight clash on Friday, with a trip to the national title game on the line in what promises to be a thrilling Final Four showdown.
UConn enters the matchup red-hot, playing its most dominant stretch of basketball this season. The Huskies have looked nearly unstoppable on offense, leading the country in points per play and points per 100 possessions, while also ranking fifth nationally in three-point shooting. Over their last three games, they’ve poured in an average of 80.3 points, steamrolling their way through the bracket with a confidence that comes from championship pedigree.
UCLA, meanwhile, is enjoying a historic run of its own. The Bruins have already made program history by reaching their first-ever Final Four and come into the contest with just two losses all year. While they're underdogs on paper, their depth, resilience, and elite-level talent have made them a formidable force.
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UCLA Bruins vs UConn Huskies: Date and tip-off time
The UCLA Bruins and the UConn Huskies will tip off in a highly anticipated NCAAW game on Friday, April 4, 2025, at 9:00 pm ET/6:00 pm PT at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida.
Date | Friday, April 4, 2025 |
Tip-off Time | 9:00 pm ET/6:00 pm PT |
Venue | Amalie Arena |
Location | Tampa, Florida |
How to watch UCLA Bruins vs UConn Huskies on TV & stream live online
Fans in the USA can catch all the action between the UCLA Bruins and the UConn Huskies on:
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Streaming service: Fubo
Fans can catch all the action live on ESPN. The game will also be available for streaming via the ESPN app, Sling and Fubo, which carries ESPN networks and offers a free trial for new users.
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UCLA Bruins team news & key performers
Lauren Betts has been the cornerstone for UCLA, leading the team in scoring, rebounding, and blocks. But the Bruins aren’t a one-woman show—Kiki Rice has been steady as a playmaker and offensive threat, while Gabriela Jaquez has shown a knack for delivering in big moments. Jaquez was instrumental in the Elite Eight victory over LSU, leading the team with 18 points and knocking down four triples in clutch fashion.
UConn Huskies news & key performers
UConn, led by the ever-reliable Paige Bueckers, boasts a roster loaded with talent and experience. Freshman Sarah Strong continues to grow into her role, while sharpshooter Azzi Fudd, despite a quiet outing against USC, remains a dangerous weapon from beyond the arc—shooting 46.2% from the floor and 45.1% from deep on the year.