The No. 2 UCLA Bruins will face off against the Ohio State Buckeyes in a highly anticipated showdown on Monday night. This game is a preview of what's to come in the Big Ten conference, as UCLA will join the league next season.

UCLA is undefeated this season and has three wins over ranked teams. The Bruins are led by a dynamic quartet of sophomores, including Kiki Rice, who is averaging 13.3 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 6.9 assists per game.

Ohio State is a tough opponent, but they are likely to struggle to contain UCLA's size and athleticism. Lauren Betts, a 6-foot-7 center, is a force to be reckoned with, and she will likely have a double-double in points and rebounds.

The Buckeyes will need contributions from their role players if they want to pull off an upset. Cotie McMahon, Rebeka Mikulášiková, and Taylor Thierry will all need to step up for Ohio State to have a chance.

This is a game that UCLA should win, but Ohio State will not make it easy. The Buckeyes are a talented team, and they are always a threat to pull off an upset.

Prediction

UCLA 85, Ohio State 68