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Notre Dame’s offensive strategy involved utilizing screens effectively, allowing players like Miles to navigate through defenses with ease. The team was particularly dangerous beyond the arc, with multiple players sinking three-pointers, significantly exceeding their usual scoring average. Miles’s three-point shooting has seen notable improvement compared to her previous season, showcasing her growth as a player.
Throughout the first half, both Miles and Hidalgo combined for a staggering 27 points, leading the Irish to a commanding performance. Notably, Miles’s footwork and shooting ability were on full display as she stepped back behind the arc to deliver critical shots which kept North Carolina on their toes.