Tigers Fly Past Roadrunners in Route to Fourth Consecutive Victory

Wednesday, February 28

Memphis, Tenn.

7 p.m.

University of Memphis

12-15,8-8AAC

UTSA

14-13,8-8AAC

UTSA

Memphis

Photo by: Matthew A. Smith

Tigers Fly Past Roadrunners in Route to Fourth Consecutive Victory

Feb 28, 2024 | Women's Basketball

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MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The University of Memphis women's basketball team picked up its fourth-straight win Wednesday night following a 60-53 victory over UTSA.

With the victory, Memphis moves to 12-15 overall and 8-8 in American Athletic Conference play.

After the Tigers faced a 14-13 deficit after the first quarter, Memphis jumped out to as much as a seven-point lead after Ki'Ari Caindrained a transition three-pointer from the near wing in the second frame.

Memphis was able to string together a 6-0 run midway through the quarter after Madison Griggs maneuvered her way through UTSA defenders for the easy bucket before Kai Carter sank a free throw and Layken Cox laid in a second-chance putback in the paint.

While the Tigers held the Roadrunners scoreless for nearly three minutes, UTSA got one last basket from Cheyenne Rowe to end the half as the Tigers took a 29-24 lead into halftime.

UTSA opened the third quarter with two quick buckets to tie the game at 29-29.

In response, Memphis put together a 7-0 run over the next 60 seconds to regain the lead following a short jumper from Cain. While the Tigers tried to slow down the Roadrunners, UTSA's offense surged late in the frame, taking its first lead since the opening tip.

With just over two minutes left in the third quarter, Memphis fought to get back in front.

Baskets from Carter, Alasia Smith and Hannah Riddick kept the Tigers within reaching distance as they took the 43-42 disadvantage into the final 10 minutes of the game.

An explosive 10-2 run to open the fourth quarter gave the Tigers the surge they needed.

The trio of Carter, Griggs and Riddick smashed the Roadrunners thoughts of making a comeback as they forced UTSA to take a timeout with 5:41 left in the game.

With the 52-45 lead, Memphis relied on defensive pressure and clutch free throws from Riddick and Destyne Jackson in the final seconds as it claimed the 60-53 victory for the team's fourth win in a row.

Madison Griggs led all players with 13 points while Alasia Smith picked up her ninth double-double of the season with 12 points and 17 rebounds. Kai Carter was the only other Tiger to reach double figures with 11 points – seven of which came from the charity stripe.

With just two games left in the regular season, Memphis now sits in a five-way tie for 7^th place in the AAC.

The Tigers will play in their final home game of the season Saturday, when they host UAB in the Elma Roane Fieldhouse. Tip-off is scheduled for 2 p.m. with Senior Day festivities slated to begin around 1:20 p.m. Coverage of the game can be found on ESPN+.

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