TEMPE, Ariz. — In a strong performance during the second half, Madison Conner scored all of her 22 points, while Sedona Prince contributed 17, leading No. 10 TCU to a convincing 82-66 victory over Arizona State on Wednesday night.
TCU’s impressive record now stands at 25-3, with 13 wins and 2 losses in the Big 12, as they recently celebrated a return to the top 10 rankings this week. Notably, the Horned Frogs are recognized as the most effective 3-point shooting team in the nation; however, they encountered difficulties shooting from beyond the arc against Arizona State (8-19, 2-13), finishing the game with just 7 successful shots out of 22 attempts.
Conner played a pivotal role in the game, especially in the fourth quarter where she sunk three 3-pointers. She achieved 4 out of 10 from three-point range, marking her season total to 101, thus breaking her previous school record from last year.
TCU demonstrated their overall shooting prowess with an impressive 56% accuracy and extended their winning streak to four games, matching the school’s record for total wins in a season—a record that has reached this mark twice before.
For Arizona State, Tyi Skinner led the team with a commendable 25 points, but the defeat marked their 12th consecutive loss.
**Key Insights**
TCU: Although the Horned Frogs are at the forefront in national 3-point shooting with 275 made shots, their performance against Arizona State showcased their ability to secure a win even when their shooting isn’t optimal from distance.
Arizona State: The Sun Devils managed to challenge TCU by limiting their scoring from the 3-point range, keeping the game competitive until the final quarter before ultimately succumbing.
**Critical Moment**
With Arizona State closing the gap to 71-62 midway through the fourth quarter, Conner decisively answered back with three quick 3-pointers in just over two minutes, extending TCU’s lead once more.
**Notable Statistic**
During the decisive fourth quarter, TCU outscored Arizona State 38-18, compensating for their difficulties from long-range shooting.
**Looking Ahead**
Next up, TCU will host No. 17 West Virginia on Sunday, while Arizona State is set to face BYU on Saturday.