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Lauren Betts Named to New Award Watchlist
- Lauren Betts was named to the 2026 Naismith Women’s College Defensive Player of the Year Watch List.
- Betts has expanded her defensive repertoire to perimeter defending while maintaining solid shot-blocking.
- Betts is averaging 16.1 points and 8.3 rebounds this season for UCLA.
- Her defense helps UCLA rank No. 2 nationally in team defense.
- The article cautions that back-to-back defensive awards are unlikely for Betts this season.
- Betts' overall impact remains strong despite lower blocking numbers this year.
- UCLA is cited as having a top-20 defense largely due to Betts' physicality in the paint.
- The piece emphasizes Betts’ leadership as a star for the No. 2 UCLA team.
- The article notes Betts balanced offense with defensive excellence this season.
- There is recognition that Betts faces competition from other players on the watchlist.
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