No. 3 South Carolina secured their 62nd straight home win as they defeated No. 8 Duke 81-70 in the SEC/ACC Challenge. Chloe Kitts had a standout performance with 21 points and 11 rebounds, helping the Gamecocks maintain their lead despite a late rally by the Blue Devils. This victory marked South Carolina’s third consecutive win, with Kitts recording her third double-double of the season.
Although Duke struggled to find their rhythm early on, South Carolina dominated the first half, shooting over 60% from the field. A key moment in the game was Bree Hall’s 3-pointer that sparked a 17-2 run, putting the Gamecocks ahead for good. The Gamecocks will face another tough opponent in No. 9 TCU next.
Duke will look to bounce back in ACC play against Virginia Tech. The Blue Devils’ slow start and inability to maintain momentum ultimately cost them the game against the Gamecocks. South Carolina’s strong performance and resilience late in the game highlighted their ability to overcome challenges and secure important wins.
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