USC Trojans Women’s Basketball Team Shatters Team Record for Most Points Scored in a Single Game
Record-Breaking Performance
The USC Trojans women’s basketball team was not messing around Tuesday night, shattering the team record for most points scored in a single game. Led by standout JuJu Watkins (21 points, nine assists, six steals), the Trojans beat the Matadors of Cal State Northridge by a score of 124-39.
Huge First Half Lead
The Trojans were leading 60-13 at halftime, setting the tone for the rest of the game. Watkins was one of six Trojans in double figures on the night, with Kiki Irafen, Kayleigh Heckel, Talia Von Oelhoffen, Avery Howell, and Kennedy Smith contributing 15, 14, 13, 11, and 10 points, respectively.
CSUN Struggles
CSUN finished with less points (39) than turnovers (43), according to ESPN; the turnovers led to 63 points for USC. This dominant performance marked the second straight blowout win for the Trojans women’s basketball team, who beat Cal Poly 90-35 this past Saturday, a winning margin of 55 points.
Coach’s 300th Career Win
To top the night off, the 85-point victory marked USC coach Lindsey Gottlieb’s 300th career win. This milestone is a testament to the team’s hard work and dedication under Gottlieb’s leadership.
Next Matchup
No. 3 USC (3-0) will host Santa Clara University for their next matchup on Friday at the Galen Center. Cal State Northridge will visit Fresno State on Nov. 22.
Conclusion
The USC Trojans women’s basketball team’s record-breaking performance is a testament to their talent, teamwork, and dedication. With Coach Gottlieb’s guidance, the team is off to a strong start, and fans are eagerly anticipating their next matchup.
FAQs
Q: What was the final score of the game?
A: The final score was USC 124, Cal State Northridge 39.
Q: Who led the Trojans in scoring?
A: JuJu Watkins led the Trojans with 21 points, nine assists, and six steals.
Q: What was the halftime score?
A: The halftime score was USC 60, Cal State Northridge 13.
Q: How many turnovers did CSUN commit?
A: CSUN committed 43 turnovers, leading to 63 points for USC.
Q: What is Coach Gottlieb’s career win record?
A: Coach Lindsey Gottlieb has a career win record of 300-123.
