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Apr 5, 2026; Phoenix, AZ, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Cori Close celebrates on the podium after defeating the South Carolina Gamecocks during the National Championship game of the women's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

The Bruins had a great time when the portal was open, and they still managed to find talent after it closed.

UCLA Bruins head coach Cori Close celebrates their 79-51 win over the South Carolina Gamecocks to claim the NCAA women's basketball national championship at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix on April 5, 2026.

The Bruins had a great time in the transfer portal, and they could go deep next year because of it.

Iowa State Cyclones' forward Addy Brown (24) takes a note from the bench during Iowa State and Cincinnati in the Big-12 women’s basketball on Jan. 21, 2026, at Hilton Coliseum in Ames, Iowa.

The Bruins landed their final transfer in Addy Brown, and she will be in a battle to earn a starting role.

Apr 4, 2026; Phoenix, AZ, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Cori Close interacts with fans during practice at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

The Bruins have likely found their final transfer, and social media was hyped at the acquisition.

Mar 21, 2026; Storrs, CT, USA; Iowa State Cyclones forward Addy Brown (24) looks to pass the ball against Syracuse Orange forward Journey Thompson (2) in the first half at Harry A. Gampel Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

With the transfer portal closed for most players, UCLA may have gotten its best transfer last in Addy Brown.

The Bruins will have some great players next year, forming one of the better benches in basketball.

Apr 5, 2026; Phoenix, AZ, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Cori Close speaks in a press conference after defeating the South Carolina Gamecocks during the National Championship game of the women's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

The Bruins have had a great recruiting class this year, but it could have been better.

UCLA Bruins head coach Cori Close speaks to the media from Mortgage Matchup Center on April 4, 2026.

All of the Bruins have high potential, but Sienna Betts could rise to un-foreseen heights.

Apr 5, 2026; Phoenix, AZ, USA; UCLA Bruins forward Amanda Muse (33) against the South Carolina Gamecocks during the National Championship game of the women's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

The Bruins have shaken up their roster mightily, and it's time to make some predictions about them.

The Bruins had an amazing draft night, and it has some implications surrounding Cori Close.

Apr 5, 2026; Phoenix, AZ, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Cori Close cuts down the net after defeating the South Carolina Gamecocks during the National Championship game of the women's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

The Bruins have brought in two great transfers, Bonnie Deas and Elina Aarnisalo, and social media had some opinions to share about them.

The Bruins are bringing in another hit player that fills a huge void in the team.

The Bruins were able to grab a player in the transfer portal that some fans might recognize.

Apr 13, 2026; New York, NY, USA; WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert (right) poses for photos with Gianna Kneepkens who was selected fifteenth overall by the Connecticut Sun during the 2026 WNBA Draft at The Shed at Hudson Yards. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Evaluating where each Bruin was selected in a record breaking year.

Apr 13, 2026; New York, NY, USA; WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert (right) poses for photos with Kiki Rice who was selected sixth overall by the Toronto Tempo during the 2026 WNBA Draft at The Shed at Hudson Yards. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Breaking down the implications of a very historic UCLA draft night.

UCLA Bruins head coach Cori Close yells out to her team as they play the South Carolina Gamecocks in the NCAA women's basketball national championship at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix on April 5, 2026.

The Bruins had many of their star players drafted, and social media was hyped to see where their favorites ended up.

The Bruins picked up a key transfer.

UCLA Bruins center Lauren Betts (51) celebrates with teammates during their 79-51 win over the South Carolina Gamecocks to claim the NCAA women's basketball national championship at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix on April 5, 2026.

Breaking down Lauren Betts' case to be the No. 1 overall draft pick

The UCLA Bruins celebrate their 79-51 win over the South Carolina Gamecocks to claim the NCAA women's basketball national championship at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix on April 5, 2026.

The Bruins won the national championship, and social media is already looking towards next year.

UCLA Bruins guard Kiki Rice (1) drives past South Carolina Gamecocks guard Maddy McDaniel (1) during the NCAA women's basketball national championship at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix on April 5, 2026.

Evaluating potential draft positions of Bruins who were invited to the WNBA draft.

Apr 4, 2026; Phoenix, AZ, USA; UCLA Bruins player Charlisse Leger-Walker speaks to media during a Final Four National Championship press conference at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

Breaking down one of the nasty snubs in all of sports.

UCLA Bruins center Lauren Betts cuts a piece of net to celebrate their 79-51 win over the South Carolina Gamecocks to claim the NCAA women's basketball national championship at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix on April 5, 2026.

The Bruins just won the National Championship, but it's unclear whether they can defend their title.

UCLA Bruins guard Gabriela Jaquez (11) grabs a rebound over South Carolina Gamecocks guard Raven Johnson (25) during the NCAA women's basketball national championship at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix on April 5, 2026.

A lot of Bruins had great games against South Carolina, but Gabriela Jaquez rose above the rest.

Apr 5, 2026; Phoenix, AZ, USA; UCLA Bruins center Lauren Betts (51) reacts as she heads to the bench in the fourth quarter against the South Carolina Gamecocks during the National Championship game of the women's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Discussing all of UCLA's biggest losses this offseason.

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