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In the latter part of the half, Connecticut began to turn the tide, with Beckers showing off her playmaking prowess through timely assists and scoring drives that brought the game close. The Huskies exploited mismatches and took advantage of any defensive lapses from Tennessee, tying the game at various junctures.
Second Half Surge
As play resumed in the second half, Tennessee focused on exploiting Connecticut's defense, looking for opportunities to attack the basket. Strong performances from key players began to shine through, with Griffin and Cooper trading baskets in a tightly contested matchup.