The game played out as expected. Wichita State routed an overmatched opponent.
How it played out is what struck coach Keitha Adams as significant. The Shockers exhibited a physical style she hasn't always seen from her group. They forced turnovers and hustled for loose balls from the tip, not needing any prompting. They kept that pace up – offensively and defensively – for most of the game.
The Shockers handled Chicago State 78-34 on Tuesday afternoon at Koch Arena in the opener for both teams. They led 15-0 and 25-2 in the first quarter and 40-15 at halftime.