UCLA will face Oklahoma on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, January 18, 2027, as part of the third annual Coretta Scott King Classic held at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. This matchup will be the first game in a women's basketball double-header, with the Bruins and Sooners tipping off at 9 a.m. PT / 12 p.m. ET, broadcast on FOX.
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The Bruins previously participated in the inaugural Coretta Scott King Classic in 2025, where they won against Baylor with a score of 72-57. This event honors the legacy of Coretta Scott King and promotes values such as courage and community through the sport of women's basketball.
Dr. Bernice A. King, daughter of Coretta Scott King, commented on the event, highlighting its significance in inspiring young people. "The Coretta Scott King Classic continues to bring my family’s enduring legacy into spaces where young people can see, experience, and embody the values my mother held so deeply," she stated.
UCLA and Oklahoma’s match will mark a rematch from their previous encounter on November 10, where UCLA secured a 73-59 victory in Sacramento.
Head Coach Cori Close expressed pride in participating in the classic. "We are proud to return to the Coretta Scott King Classic this season. It is such a blessing to be part of an amazing event that honors the legacy of the King family and brings us together through sport," she said, looking forward to the challenge posed by Oklahoma.
Tickets for the event can be purchased through Prucenter.com, Ticketmaster.com, and the Prudential Center’s Box Office. For group seating and premium options, attendees are encouraged to reach out via provided contact information. Updates can also be followed on social media at @CSKClassic on X and @CorettaScottKingClassic on Instagram.