USC Trojans Outpace Iowa Hawkeyes in a Galen Center Showdown
The University of Southern California Trojans improved their record to 15-5 with a decisive 81-69 victory over the Iowa Hawkeyes, who now stand at 12-8. The game, held at the Galen Center in Los Angeles, saw the Trojans take an early lead and maintain control throughout.
First Quarter
The opening quarter set the tone for the game as USC came out strong, scoring 28 points against Iowa's 13. Jazzy Davidson was instrumental during this period, contributing significantly to USC's offensive surge with her sharp shooting and quick assists. The Trojans' defense also played a crucial role by limiting Iowa's scoring opportunities.
Second Quarter
In the second quarter, both teams displayed solid defensive strategies. While Iowa managed to close the gap slightly by adding 24 points to their tally, USC maintained their lead with consistent play from Kara Dunn and JuJu Watkins. Dunn’s ability to rebound effectively kept possession in favor of USC.
Third Quarter
The third quarter was marked by another offensive burst from USC as they scored 27 points compared to Iowa’s 14. This period highlighted some game-changing plays for USC Trojans vs Iowa Hawkeyes as Londynn Jones showcased her agility on fast breaks that left the Hawkeyes trailing behind.
Fourth Quarter
Despite a late push from Iowa in the fourth quarter where they scored 18 points, it wasn't enough to overcome USC's advantage. The Trojans added another 11 points before sealing their victory without any significant threat from their opponents.
With this win under their belt, fans can look forward to more exciting matchups ahead. Next up for USC is a home game against Rutgers Scarlet Knights on February 1st at Galen Center in Los Angeles; fans can catch all action live on B1G+ internet broadcast starting at noon EST.
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