Most entertaining game of the season so far IMO. Incredible atmosphere and a super up and down game. By far the best showing by McCowan all year, she worked her butt off on both sides and was dominant. She also looked like she was having fun out there for the first time. Shes also probably the best conditioned big girl I've seen--she never was slow getting up and down the court and this was a very up and down game. Great showing for Big T. Danberry was stellar too and Holmes had a strong floor game. Great win for Mississippi State.
The Bibby injury was hard to see, gotta feel for her. This could really hurt Mississippi State's title chances too. Bibby brings great physicality and range to Mississippi State and was playing very well. Scott did a good job as her replacement but no question this will be a major blow if she is out for the year. Really hoping it's not an ACL or anything major.
South Carolina looked really good considering they were absolutely dominated on the glass. Take out that last stretch of 5 missed triples and they went 10-20 from deep. Cooper was outstanding, she looks light years better than she did playing for Holly. The buzzer beaters were great to see, she also had some fantastic passes. Another year under Dawn suits her well IMO instead of jumping to the draft. Herbert-Harrigan also looked really good too. When did she start shooting like that?? Great looking stroke and comfortable handling on the perimeter. If she makes the jump offseason to becoming a more aggressive player, look out. If Dawn can get Cooper back for another year theyll be a strong title favorite next year IMO.
The game plan to sprint downcourt after every basket was effective for South Carolina, they just dont have an answer for McCowan's size inside when she's playing determined.
The rematch at the end of the season should be great. Love the good energy between the coaches. Vic is such a class act and appeared to say some really nice words to Harris at the end of the game. Overall a great game.
