Washington Huskies Triumph in Overtime Against Wisconsin
In a thrilling overtime showdown, the No. 24 ranked Washington Huskies edged past Wisconsin 91-86, thanks to standout performances from Avery Howell and Sayvia Sellers. Howell, a 6-foot sophomore, was a force on the court, recording an impressive 34 points along with 14 rebounds, marking her sixth double-double of the season. She shined in extra time, contributing eight crucial points, including two of her career-best total of six 3-pointers. Sellers also played a key role, scoring 23 points to bolster her team’s victory.
Washington’s win came after they had faced a tough stretch, suffering back-to-back defeats earlier, but improved their season record to 18 wins and 6 losses, with an 8-5 mark in Big Ten play. Elle Ladine supported the team with 16 points during the contest.
Wisconsin’s Resilience
On the other side, the Badgers showed resilience with Destiny Howell leading their efforts. She made five 3-pointers and scored 28 points in total. Teammate Gift Uchenna made an impact with 24 points and 12 rebounds, alongside three steals and three blocks. Laci Steele also added 10 points, while Ronnie Porter matched her season high with 10 assists, contributing to the team’s overall performance.
Game Highlights
The game was intensely contested, with Wisconsin initially taking a slight lead late in the fourth quarter. The Badgers went ahead with just over a minute remaining, capitalizing on a three-point play by Destiny Howell, which pushed them to a one-point advantage. However, Howell responded with a crucial putback that shifted the momentum back to Washington.
Despite their efforts, Wisconsin, now with a record of 13-11 and suffering their fourth consecutive loss, could not convert their final shots. They went scoreless on three attempts from three-point range in the closing moments, culminating in their defeat. The Badgers had previously made a significant 11-point run to close the third quarter and established a six-point lead in the fourth, but it was not enough to secure the win.
Looking Ahead
Looking ahead, Washington will face a challenging match-up against No. 10 Iowa on Wednesday, while Wisconsin is set to take on Illinois in their next game.
