Make no mistake that this will sting, and sting for a long time. Led by superstar guard Sabrina Ionescu, Oregon had its way from the opening tip. What can be deemed a home game for the Ducks, Oregon fed off the crowd’s energy and was draining three after three after three after three. While Mississippi State did answer through the game’s multitude of lead changes, it was simply not enough.
Tearia McCowan, who had 19 points, 15 rebounds, and four blocks commanded the paint early. She was on offensively and defensively, exploiting Oregon’s weaknesses. But there weren’t many, as the Ducks just had their way with her as the game wained.