No. 10 Notre Dame made a statement on Wednesday night as they handed Syracuse a crushing 31-point defeat, with a final score of 93-62. The Fighting Irish dominated the game from start to finish, showcasing their impressive skills and leaving the Orange in the dust.
The Irish had a stellar performance from their star players, with KingLeading the charge with 23 points. She played for 37 minutes, shooting 3-7 from the field and an impressive 5-7 from the free throw line. She also grabbed 12 rebounds, 3 of which were on the offensive end, and dished out 5 assists.
Miles was another standout player, netting 12 points in 31 minutes on the court. She shot an impressive 3-3 from the field and 6-6 from the free throw line, while also grabbing 10 rebounds and dishing out 3 assists.
Citron added 14 points in 35 minutes, shooting 5-10 from the field and 2-6 from three. She also grabbed 11 rebounds and dished out 1 assist, making her a formidable force on the court.
Hidalgo and Koval also made significant contributions to the Irish's victory. Hidalgo had 22 points in 35 minutes, shooting 9-22 from the field and 5-7 from the free throw line, while Koval added 12 points in 26 minutes, shooting 5-8 from the field and 2-2 from the free throw line.
The Orange struggled to keep up with the Irish's pace, with no player scoring more than 15 points. Despite their efforts, they were unable to contain the Irish's firepower and ultimately came up short.
The 31-point margin of victory was a testament to the Irish's strength and dominance on the court. They played a well-rounded game, with all players contributing to the win. The Orange, on the other hand, will need to go back to the drawing board and regroup after this tough loss.
This win is a significant statement for the Irish, who are looking to make a deep run in the tournament. With performances like this, they are sure to be a force to be reckoned with in the coming weeks.