Elif Istanbulluoglu also had a breakout game, recording a career-high 11 points and four rebounds on an efficient 5-for-8 shooting. Olivia Cochran contributed with 10 points, seven rebounds, an assist, and a block. Nina Rickards and Nyla Harris showcased their versatility, making meaningful contributions in multiple areas of the game.
kiki jefferson
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Jefferson, a transfer from James Madison, has emerged as one of the Cardinals’ key scoring options this season. She currently leads the team in scoring, averaging 12.2 points per game. Additionally, she ranks second on the team in assists (2.5) and steals (1.3) per game, as well as third in rebounding (4.1) per game. Jefferson has shown great efficiency as a scorer, shooting over 50 percent from the field in 12 games this season. She has also been exceptional from the free-throw line, boasting an impressive 89.7 percent shooting percentage.
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Kiki Jefferson delivered a stellar performance for the Cardinals, contributing 17 points, shooting 6-for-9 from the field and 2-for-3 from beyond the arc. Jefferson also tied her career-high with eight assists and added four rebounds. Jayda Curry, who led the team in scoring for the second consecutive game, tied her season-high with 19 points on 8-for-13 shooting and converted 3 of 6 attempts from long range. Sydney Taylor recorded 11 points and led the team with a season-high eight rebounds. Olivia Cochran maintained her impressive streak of ten straight double-figure games with 12 points, six rebounds, and two assists.
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What sets the Cardinals apart is their balanced scoring, with seven players contributing eight points or more in each of their last two wins. In fact, this has occurred three times this season. The team’s depth is a strength, with 10 different players contributing points in their last game against Wake Forest. Louisville has seven players who average six points or more per game.
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However, the Huskies are not to be taken lightly. They currently lead the country in scoring defense, allowing just 45.6 points per game. Washington has held their opponents to 50 points or less in seven of their 11 games this season. On the offensive end, the Cardinals have scored over 60 points in every game this season and have reached the 70-point mark in 10 of their 12 games.
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Leading the way for the Cardinals was Kiki Jefferson, who had an impressive game with 19 points, six rebounds, and five assists. This performance marked her seventh consecutive game scoring in double figures. Olivia Cochran also had a solid showing with 12 points and six rebounds, while Sydney Taylor contributed 13 points and three assists.
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Louisville had an impressive showing at the Betty Chancellor Classic in Texas, with Nina Rickards and Kiki Jefferson leading the way. Rickards recorded double figures in every game, including a double-double against Alabama. Jefferson had two standout performances, scoring 20 points against Liberty and a season-high 21 points against Gonzaga.
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Leading the charge for Louisville was Kiki Jefferson, who finished with a team-high 21 points, shooting an impressive 7-for-10 from the field. Jefferson also contributed with four rebounds, tied for the team high with five assists, and racked up a team-best three steals. Nina Rickards also had a standout performance, tallying 16 points on a perfect 8-for-8 shooting, along with five assists, two rebounds, and two steals. Both Jefferson and Rickards were honored for their outstanding performances and named to the All-Tournament team.