This post was updated Feb. 5 at 11:54 p.m.
With time counting down on the shot clock in the opening possession, senior guard Kiki Rice launched a step-back 3-pointer that flew out-of-bounds.
Rutgers forward Faith Blackstone responded less than 10 seconds later with a banked 3 – giving the Scarlet Knights a 3-0 lead.
“It wasn’t our best night.”
That was coach Cori Close’s response to Wednesday’s 96-48 blowout victory against Purdue.
Doubling a conference opponents’ score can still fall short of being the “best night” when the goal is winning a national championship.
This post was updated Jan. 19 at 10:50 p.m.
Coach Mick Cronin’s squads are often known for their strong defense and toughness.
But the Bruins featured neither against the Buckeyes.
This post was updated Oct. 16 at 8:53 p.m.
The Bruins were one of the worst teams in college football two weeks ago.
They had not taken a lead throughout their first four games and faced the possibility of a winless season for the first time in program history.
Among the Big Ten’s 18 teams, only the Bruins and Wildcats have a losing record this season.
And with the combined record of the Bruins’ remaining opponents standing at 27-2, this weekend’s matchup might be their best opportunity to get a conference win.
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