Women’s basketball hits Hollywood for another edition of the Crosstown Rivalry. No. 1 UCLA heads to No. 6 USC on Thursday night in a pivotal Big Ten matchup. UCLA enters the game with a perfect 23-0 record, while USC boasts a 21-2 record. This marks the first of two meetings between the Los Angeles schools, with the second matchup coming next month.
National Player of the Year candidates lead both teams — Lauren Betts anchors the Bruins, while JuJu Watkins leads the Trojans. At 6’7″, Betts is the most dominant center in the sport and leads the Bruins in points (19.6), rebounds (9.7), and blocks (2.9). For the Trojans, it’s the “JuJu Show.” Watkins is arguably the most dynamic player in women’s college basketball. Watkins comes into the game averaging 23.9 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 3.5 assists.
The winner of Thursday’s game moves into first place in the Big Ten. Find out how to watch the game below. For more basketball coverage, check out our NCAA women’s basketball March to the Madness guide.
UCLA vs. USC: How to watch
Tip-off between the Bruins and Trojans is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET on Thursday, February 13, 2025. The game will be played at USC’s home court at the Galen Center. The live broadcast will stream on Peacock. With Peacock, customers can choose between two paid plans: Premium and Premium Plus. Premium costs $8 per month and Premium Plus costs $14 per month. Peacock is the home of Big Ten basketball and will stream the first round of the conference tournament.
Can you watch UCLA vs. USC on Sling TV?
When women’s college basketball airs on networks like ESPN or NBC, the games can be accessed on Sling TV. Because tonight’s game is exclusive to Peacock, Sling TV will not offer the game. Still, if you’re interested in Sling TV, it could be a good investment, especially if you’re looking to watch women’s college basketball.
How to watch the UCLA vs. USC from abroad with a VPN
If you’re traveling during Thursday night’s game, you might want to invest in a VPN (virtual private network). With a VPN, users receive an extra layer of security and privacy when using foreign Wi-Fi. VPNs bypass regional broadcast restrictions, allowing you to watch the game on your connection. One of the best VPNs is NordVPN. Try NordVPN, and if after 30 days you are unsatisfied, request a full refund.
