There were moments in Sunday’s contest, that the casual observer wouldn’t know who was #2 in the nation and who was just trying to find an 8th seed in the NCAA tournament. NC State clamped down play late in the fourth to win on the road 68-61.
Physical Play
While only putting up three points, Syracuse’s center Cardoso gave State all they could handle early, until foul trouble shortened her playing time late. Cunane at times, would find herself under the basket, head down, just hoping for any opportunity to create separation for a shot.