UCLA Bruins Face Texas Longhorns in Key Basketball Showdown

Las Vegas, NV — The UCLA Bruins and Texas Longhorns, both ranked in the top five, are set to clash in a crucial matchup at the Michelob ULTRA Arena on November 26, 2025. This game is part of the 2025 Players Era Tournament, and both teams come in with impressive records, UCLA at 6-0 and Texas at 5-0.

UCLA, currently ranked No. 3, aims to extend its six-game winning streak against a Texas team that holds a slight edge in their historical series with a 7-6 record. The last matchup between these teams took place in the second round of the 2021 NCAA Tournament.

Texas, ranked No. 4, is led by senior guard Rori Harmon, who has started strong in this game, scoring six points with three field goals and providing an assist. Despite facing some challenges with injuries, as guards Bryanna Preston, Ashton Judd, and Aaliyah Crump are sidelined, Texas shows resilience and determination.

The game opened with UCLA scoring first, but Texas quickly took control. The Longhorns’ Jordan Lee made a key steal and score, prompting UCLA to take an early timeout after falling behind. Harmon remains a standout player on the court, and her defensive skills have forced turnovers against UCLA, who has recorded seven turnovers compared to UT’s one in the first quarter.

This matchup features two teams that reached the Final Four last season but were eliminated in the semifinals. As they fought through their previous seasons, both squads have proven their capability, making this encounter highly anticipated. Fans can follow the live updates and enjoy the intense competition as both teams vie for supremacy in this holiday tournament.