UConn women’s basketball upset by NC State

UConn Women's Basketball Faces Unexpected Setback Against NC State: Analysis and Road to Redemption

The UConn women's basketball team, known for its dominance, faced an unexpected upset on Sunday,

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succumbing to NC State with a final score of 92-81.

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This defeat marked UConn's first loss of the season and brought an end to their impressive 13-game winning streak.

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NC State took control early in the game,

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establishing a lead of up to 15 points in the first half. Despite UConn's efforts to narrow the margin to four points at halftime,

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NC State surged ahead again in the second half.

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Saniya Rivers played a pivotal role for NC State, contributing 33 points and 10 rebounds,

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