SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — Amber Melgoza poured in a season-high 22 points to go with eight rebounds and seven assists to lead Washington to a 75-58 win over Howard University in the second game at the Puerto Rico Clasico on Friday.
The Huskies (5-1) pick up their fourth consecutive win.
The Husky defense held Howard (4-4) to 31% shooting, forcing 21 turnovers and recording 15 steals. Washington outscored Howard 48-18 in the paint, shooting 52% inside the arc.
“It was our first real physical battle from start to finish, and we were able to withstand their runs and the intensity and proud that we finished the game the way we should,” UW coach Jody Wynn said.