Friday, February 5
Denver, Colo.
3 PM MT
University of Denver
5-10,3-4Summit League
86
vs
79
North Dakota
1-15,1-9Summit League
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | OT 1 | F |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota | 16 | 11 | 29 | 18 | 5 | 79 |
| Denver | 12 | 19 | 19 | 24 | 12 | 86 |
Photo by: Brittany Evans
Pioneers Pick Up Gutsy OT Win against Fighting Hawks
2/5/2021 6:02:00 PM | Women's Basketball
DU picks up big win despite having only six players available
DENVER – The University of Denver women's basketball team, despite being undermanned, battled hard for 45 minutes, picking up a big overtime victory against North Dakota on Friday, 86-79 in Hamilton Gymnasium.
Inside the Box Score:
A 13-4 run from the Pioneers late in the fourth quarter to go from down nine to a tie at 74-74 after a 3 Jackson with 1:08 left in regulation.
As it Happened:
First Quarter:
UND jumped out to a 16-12 lead through 10 minutes due to Denver going cold to start, highlighted by a 4-for-20 shooting performance in the quarter. Boyd was a bright spot, scoring seven in the quarter, with both made shots coming from deep.
Second Quarter:
Powered by a big defensive effort, the Pioneers took control in the second, outscoring the Fighting Hawks 19-11. UND was forced into tough shoots all quarter, going 4-for-23 from the field. Boyd again found her rhythm on the offensive side of the floor, scoring 10 in the quarter as DU took a 31-27 lead into the break.
Third Quarter:
North Dakota made a statement to start the second half, erupting for 29 points to take a 56-50 lead by the end of the quarter. The Fighting Hawks high-powered quarter was the result of some hot shooting, going 10-for-18 in the frame.
Fourth Quarter:
Pioneers stepped up in a big way in the fourth, ripping off 24 points on 9-for-15 shooting to force this game into overtime at 74-74.
Overtime:
DU pulled away in the extra period, outscoring UND 12-5. The Pioneers were able to take advantage of getting the line and converting, finishing the extra time 7-for-8 from the charity stripe.
Up Next:
Denver (5-10, 3-4 Summit League) wraps up the two-game series with North Dakota on Saturday with game two. Tip-off is set for 3 p.m. MT.
CORONAVIRUS INFORMATION
For the latest University of Denver updates on the coronavirus, click here.
SHOP PIONEERS:
Get dressed for Game Day! Get your Pioneers gear at ShopPioneers.com, the official online store of University of Denver Athletics.
DONATE:
Fans interested in making a donation to the women's basketball program can do so by CLICKING HERE. Your contribution will make a direct impact on the success of YOUR Pioneers. Thank you in advance for your unwavering support of our student-athletes and their quest for excellence.
Inside the Box Score:
- Meghan Boyd powered the Pioneers with 27 points and seven rebounds.
- Uju Ezeudu recorded her second double-double of the season with 19 points and 10 rebounds
- Anna Jackson came up big from deep, finishing with 19 points, making five 3s in the win.
- Julie Fleecs led the Fighting Hawks with a team-high 22 points and 16 rebounds.
- Denver had only six players available to play on the afternoon.
- The Crimson and Gold tied a season high with 12 made 3s in the contest, third time this year with that many.
A 13-4 run from the Pioneers late in the fourth quarter to go from down nine to a tie at 74-74 after a 3 Jackson with 1:08 left in regulation.
As it Happened:
First Quarter:
UND jumped out to a 16-12 lead through 10 minutes due to Denver going cold to start, highlighted by a 4-for-20 shooting performance in the quarter. Boyd was a bright spot, scoring seven in the quarter, with both made shots coming from deep.
Second Quarter:
Powered by a big defensive effort, the Pioneers took control in the second, outscoring the Fighting Hawks 19-11. UND was forced into tough shoots all quarter, going 4-for-23 from the field. Boyd again found her rhythm on the offensive side of the floor, scoring 10 in the quarter as DU took a 31-27 lead into the break.
Third Quarter:
North Dakota made a statement to start the second half, erupting for 29 points to take a 56-50 lead by the end of the quarter. The Fighting Hawks high-powered quarter was the result of some hot shooting, going 10-for-18 in the frame.
Fourth Quarter:
Pioneers stepped up in a big way in the fourth, ripping off 24 points on 9-for-15 shooting to force this game into overtime at 74-74.
Overtime:
DU pulled away in the extra period, outscoring UND 12-5. The Pioneers were able to take advantage of getting the line and converting, finishing the extra time 7-for-8 from the charity stripe.
Up Next:
Denver (5-10, 3-4 Summit League) wraps up the two-game series with North Dakota on Saturday with game two. Tip-off is set for 3 p.m. MT.
CORONAVIRUS INFORMATION
For the latest University of Denver updates on the coronavirus, click here.
SHOP PIONEERS:
Get dressed for Game Day! Get your Pioneers gear at ShopPioneers.com, the official online store of University of Denver Athletics.
DONATE:
Fans interested in making a donation to the women's basketball program can do so by CLICKING HERE. Your contribution will make a direct impact on the success of YOUR Pioneers. Thank you in advance for your unwavering support of our student-athletes and their quest for excellence.
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Players Mentioned
Guard
/ Women's Basketball
Forward
/ Women's Basketball
Guard
/ Women's BasketballTeam Stats
UND
Denver
FG%
.341
.375
3FG%
.235
.308
FT%
.688
.833
RB
61
44
TO
12
12
STL
7
7
Game Leaders
Pts
27
FGM
8
3FGM
3
FTM
8
Pts
19
FGM
6
3FGM
5
FTM
2
Pts
19
FGM
7
3FGM
1
FTM
4
Pts
9
FGM
3
3FGM
2
FTM
1
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