LOGAN, Utah — Lisa Thompson scored 20 points for the Aggies, leading the way in an 83-60 win over Bethune-Cookman at the Dee Glen Smith Spectrum.
The Wildcats (2-3) struggled all game from inside the arc, shooting just 33.3% for the game and generating only 16 points in the paint.
Turnovers were also a major factor, as Utah State (2-2) turned 21 Wildcat giveaways into 30 points.
The Wildcats and Aggies traded the lead multiple times in the first quarter, but Utah State ended the frame on a 10-3 run to take a 20-14 advantage into the second.
Utah State consistently took advantage of B-CU turnovers, converting them into 12 points, despite having seven turnovers of their own in the quarter.
Nicole Ugon provided a massive spark off the bench for the Aggies. She had seven early points and was a +10 in six plus minutes of action.
The second quarter saw Bethune-Cookman get back within four points, but by the end of the period, Utah State was able to maintain a decent seven-point advantage.
Turnovers were once again a concern, as the Aggies managed seven more points off B-CU miscues. The Wildcats also shot just 28.6% from the field but did convert on two three-point attempts.
Utah State dominated the third, pushing their lead to double digits behind a suffocating defense. The Aggies held the Wildcats to 13 points on only nine shot attempts while forcing eight more turnovers.
The Aggies continued to add to their lead in the fourth with a brilliant offensive showing. They converted 75% of their attempts from the floor and drained five three-pointers.
Keira Gregory produced strong numbers late, with nine points and two rebounds in the final frame.
- Keira Gregory scored 13 points to lead the Wildcats.
- Tahjae Hawes had a well-rounded performance with 10 points, four rebounds, two assists, five steals, and two blocks.
- Ndeye Sokhna Konteye had eight rebounds in 17 minutes.
- Utah State shot 20-of-25 (80%) from the free-throw line. Lisa Thompson got to the line 12 times, converting on all but one attempt.
- The Wildcats have made at least five three-pointers in every game this season. They shot 41.2% on 17 attempts against the Aggies.
B-CU will be back in Daytona Beach next Thursday, taking on in-state rival North Florida. Tipoff is set for 6 p.m. EST.
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