Paige Bueckers delivered an extraordinary performance against Oklahoma, scoring a remarkable 40 points, including 19 in the fourth quarter alone, making it the highest score in NCAA Tournament history for a UConn player. As the game concluded with UConn's 82-59 victory, coach Geno Auriemma quickly shifted attention from Bueckers' historic night to the challenges ahead in the Elite Eight, highlighting the program's ongoing pursuit of excellence. Auriemma’s blend of praise and pragmatic focus exemplifies the UConn culture of consistently seeking success beyond individual accomplishments.
Bueckers outscored Oklahoma 19-13 in the fourth quarter, achieving a career-best 40 points, the most ever in an NCAA Tournament game by a UConn player.
Auriemma focused on upcoming challenges rather than celebrating Bueckers' record performance, demonstrating the relentless drive for success that characterizes UConn.
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