The South Carolina women’s basketball team continued their winning streak in non-NCAA tournament games with a nail-biting 74-73 victory over Tennessee. Star center Kamilla Cardoso made an unlikely three-point shot with just 1.1 seconds remaining to secure the win for the Gamecocks.
South Carolina got off to a strong start, taking a 13-0 lead in the first half behind their balanced scoring attack and top-ranked defense. However, Tennessee fought back in the second half, led by Rickea Jackson and Jewel Spear. The game came down to the wire as Tennessee took the lead late in the game, but Cardoso’s key baskets in the fourth quarter kept the Gamecocks in the game.
With this win, South Carolina remains the last undefeated team in DI college basketball and advances to the SEC tournament championship game. They will await the winner of the LSU and Ole Miss match-up, with the championship game set to take place on Sunday at 3 p.m. ET on ESPN in Greenville, South Carolina.
The Gamecocks’ performance in this game showcased their resilience and determination, and they will look to carry that momentum into the championship game as they aim to continue their impressive winning streak in non-NCAA tournament games. Fans can expect a thrilling match-up as South Carolina looks to continue their dominance in women’s college basketball.
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