Game #17 – Milwaukee 76, Youngstown State 68
Full Recap and Stats
Player Of The Game: The Panthers had four players in double-figures, so picking just one may not be possible. Sami Tucker had a great game with her fourth double-double of the season, going for a team-best 16 points and 10 rebounds as a quality candidate. Next on the list is Angela Rodriguez, who took just 6 shots - all 3's - but buried 4 of them to net 15 points. Courtney Lindfors also is a good nominee, scoring 15 points and grabbing 7 rebounds ... but did it in just 17 minutes of play. Last, but not least, Ashley Green finished a rebound short of a double-double with 13 points and 9 rebounds. Pick one...
Play of the Game: So instead, we will go with a "play of the game". Down by 16 at one point, YSU made it a game and was within 3 points with 10 minutes to play. UWM responded quickly, as Rodriguez answered by burying a three-pointer from the right wing to give Milwaukee control. The team led from start to finish for the second time this season (also against Chicago State).
Postgame Interview: Alex Klawitter joined Scott Warras on the radio following the contest, hear that interview HERE.
Key Stats: The Panthers set the stage by coming out to a quick start of their own. After falling behind early the past 3 games - 14-3 against CSU, 9-0 at WSU and 11-3 at Detroit - Milwaukee went up 9-1 to start the game and built that lead to 15-7 and 35-9.
News and Notes: Milwaukee extended its longest current win streak against any opponent to 14 with the victory. The streak dates back to February of 2005.
Up Next: UWM closes out January with a two-game road swing. Up first is Valparaiso Thursday, set for a 7 p.m. tip.
