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“You’re tall, but you’re gonna have to learn how to dribble the ball.” Her father, in his pursuit of excellence, gave UCLA exactly who they needed to dominate the nation. On any other team, we would probably see Janiah Barker suit up at the five. However, the presence of superstar Lauren Betts allows the UCLA Bruins forward to play her natural game stress-free! Barker is a phenomenal player on both sides of the court. She puts in the effort, and she reaps the reward.

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Barker is putting up terrific stats in limited minutes, but what of her personal life? Is the Bruins forward in a relationship? Does she have a boyfriend? Let’s find out!

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Is Janiah Barker dating influencer Choyce Brown? What’s her relationship status?

Janiah Barker used to make headlines in the past. Well, that was part and parcel of whom she was dating! It was the fashion and lifestyle influencer and Tabitha Brown’s daughter, Choyce Brown. According to articles dating back to 2023, the couple seemed to be going strong.

However, as of now, there is no publicly available information confirming her current relationship status, as rumor has it that Choyce and Janiah are not committed to each other right now.

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Who did Janiah Barker date previously? A look into her dating history

As we know, Janiah Barker and Choyce Brown were a real dynamite pairing! They weren’t hesitant about posting each other online or making public appearances. However, recent reports suggest the two might have broken up.

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And aside from Choyce Brown? We don’t know much about Barker’s dating history. The UCLA forward is keeping her personal life as private as possible!

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How has Janiah Barker performed for the UCLA Bruins?

For the 2025 season, Janiah Barker is averaging 7.5 points, 6 rebounds, and about half a steal and block per game. Don’t be fooled by the stats, however, as the post player is a high-energy defensive player! Her efforts in the paint always bear fruit, even if it’s not in the form of  solely steals and blocks.

Before transferring to UCLA, Barker had quite a successful tenure at Texas A&M. However, after becoming a Bruin, her game has taken a whole new form! She won the Big Ten Sixth Player of the Year after UCLA’s incredibly successful regular season, showing that her potential is limitless both on and off the basketball court.

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Abhijeet Ko

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Abhijeet Ko is a WNBA and NCAA Basketball Writer at EssentiallySports, where his reporting from the Live Coverage Desk brings technical clarity to high-pressure moments. A former national-level athlete, he translates his on-court experience into sharp breakdowns of subtle player movements, team execution, and momentum swings that define outcomes. His work is distinguished by the ability to spot turning points in real time, giving readers a sharper angle on the women’s and college basketball landscape. A Political Science graduate, Abhijeet blends academic training with athletic insight to craft analysis that balances structure with storytelling. Drawing from both competitive experience and journalistic discipline, he helps fans decode the hidden patterns of March Madness chaos, big-ticket WNBA clashes, and the evolving strategies behind the sport. His goal: to make basketball’s most decisive moments accessible, insightful, and deeply engaging for readers.

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