In an incredible performance, Caitlin Clark led the No. 1 seed Iowa Hawkeyes to a victory over the No. 3 seed LSU Tigers in the NCAA tournament. With 41 points and 12 assists, Clark helped secure Iowa’s spot in the Final Four with a score of 94-87. This win was particularly meaningful as it came in a rematch of the 2023 national championship game which LSU had won previously.
Clark’s nine 3-pointers in the game tied the record for the most by a player in a women’s NCAA tournament game, according to ESPN Stats & Information. Meanwhile, LSU star Angel Reese had an outstanding performance with 17 points and 20 rebounds, making history as the second player to achieve at least 20 rebounds in a regional final.
Iowa women’s basketball history was made as they secured back-to-back appearances in the Final Four for the first time ever. The team fought through tough competition in a loaded region to earn this milestone achievement. Clark expressed her determination to finish the job and continue their success in the tournament. The reaction to the game was overwhelming, with stars like Caleb Williams, Travis Scott, Chris Jones, Lil Durk, Marlon Humphrey, Calvin Ridley, Deebo, Josh Hart, and Patrick Beverley all taking to social media to praise Clark’s exceptional performance and undeniable talent on the court.
