UCLA Upsets No. 1 South Carolina, Breaking Gamecocks' 43-Game Winning Streak

In a surprising turn, No. 5 UCLA triumphed over No. 1 South Carolina 77-62, ending the Gamecocks' 43-game winning streak. The victory established UCLA's dominance, highlighted by key performances including Londynn Jones. Following the game, speculation surrounds who will replace South Carolina as the top-ranked team in the upcoming AP women’s basketball poll, with contenders like No. 6 Notre Dame and No. 2 UConn making strong cases. UCLA's coach emphasized the importance of learning from this game, as women's basketball sees increased competitiveness and attendance, reflecting its growing popularity.