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Luneckas layup inside the Taylor Center
William De Hoogh
78
Minn. Duluth UMD 12-3,10-1 NSIC
81
Winner Minnesota St. MSU 17-0,11-0 NSIC
Minn. Duluth UMD
12-3,10-1 NSIC
78
Final
81
Minnesota St. MSU
17-0,11-0 NSIC
Winner
Score By Periods
Team 1 2 3 4 F
Minn. Duluth UMD 16 23 8 31 78
Minnesota St. MSU 24 20 22 15 81

Game Recap: Women's Basketball |

#2 MSU Escapes with a Victory Over UMD

MANKATO, Minn. — The No. 2-ranked Minnesota State women's basketball team (17-0, 11-0 NSIC) edged Minnesota Duluth (12-3, 10-1 NSIC), 81-78, on Friday, Jan. 16 withstanding a late 31-point surge from the visitors to remain unbeaten. The Mavericks secured the victory by forcing 15 points off turnovers and capitalizing on a 36-point contribution from the bench.

Minnesota State set a strong opening pace in the first quarter, leveraging pressure defense to cause six turnovers and convert them into eight points. The team found success in the paint, scoring 14 points, and capitalized on fast breaks to extend their lead. Hannah Herzig contributed early with two successful free throws, and Mackenzie Schweim added to the momentum with a three-point play at 8:12. The Mavericks maintained the lead throughout, with Rhyan Holmgren and Lucy Leininger providing crucial baskets in the paint. The quarter closed with Adeline Kent scoring twice in the final minutes, cementing a 24–16 lead over the Bulldogs.

In the second quarter, MSU started with a strong defensive presence, securing two steals and limiting turnovers to maintain their edge. Kent's layup at the 3:01 mark, assisted by Herzig, helped to keep their momentum, followed by a critical layup from Hannah Leverson to extend their lead to six points. The Bulldogs responded with key 3-pointers and free throws to close the gap, keeping the game within reach. However, the Mavericks maintained their composure, finishing the quarter with a jumper by Natalie Bremer, assisted by Kent, solidifying a 44-39 lead heading into halftime.

The Mavericks dominated the third quarter, outscoring Minnesota Duluth 22–8 behind sharp shooting and a commanding presence on the boards. Minnesota State knocked down nine field goals, including three from beyond the arc, while the Bulldogs went cold, finishing just 4-for-18 and 0-for-6 from deep. A 14–9 rebounding edge helped MSU push its lead to 66–47.

Minnesota State survived a late push from Minnesota Duluth to earn an 81–78 victory. Bremer opened the fourth quarter with a fast-break jumper and later connected from deep to extend the lead to 71–52. The Mavericks built an early cushion with fast-break points and bench scoring, but the Bulldogs mounted a comeback, outscoring MSU 31–15 in the final period and pulling within four behind a perfect 6-for-6 effort from three-point range. Key free throws by Kent and a crucial defensive rebound from Ava Stier with four seconds remaining sealed the win.

Kent scored 14 points, converting 6 of 10 field goal attempts and adding three rebounds. Bremer posted 15 points with a perfect 4-for-4 from the free-throw line and collected seven rebounds. Schweim tallied 17 points, including three 3-pointers, and recorded three steals. Herzig dished out five assists and made two steals before fouling out.

The Mavericks will be back in action at home on Saturday, Jan. 17, hosting Bemidji State at the Taylor Center with a 5:30 p.m. CT tip.
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