Kiki Rice sparks UCLA's dominance with 21-point game against Hawaii

In recent days, the University of Southern California (USC) women's basketball team has achieved notable successes on the court. A key highlight was their impressive victory against Fresno State on a Tuesday night, where USC triumphed with a staggering score of 89-40. This game marked the Trojans' fifth consecutive win, improving their overall season record to 9-1. Kiki Iriafen stood out with a double-double performance, scoring 24 points and securing 12 rebounds, while JuJu Watkins, who has been recognized for her outstanding contributions, added 21 points to the scoreboard. USC's dominance was highlighted by their significant rebounding advantage, controlling the boards 48-20 over their opponents, showcasing their exceptional athleticism and coordination on the court. The Bulldogs of Fresno State experienced their struggles, particularly evident during the second quarter when they scored only eight points and went scoreless for the last four minutes of the period. USC's run included a debilitating stretch where they scored 22 points without answer from Fresno State. This kind of performance has contributed to JuJu Watkins being acknowledged as the Associated Press women's basketball player of the week after an extraordinary average of 30.5 points per game over two victories, including a record-setting performance against California Baptist where she scored 40 points and made nine 3-pointers. The Trojans' success continued to build momentum, particularly after their single loss against University of Notre Dame earlier in the season. As USC heads into their next matchup against Elon, they look to maintain their winning streak and further solidify their position in the national rankings.