UConn clinched its fifth straight Big East regular-season title with a 72-53 victory over Creighton. Sarah Strong led with 22 points, while Paige Bueckers contributed 15 points, seven rebounds, and seven assists, marking a notable performance streak. The victory maintained UConn's dominance, achieving its 37th straight regular-season conference win. Creighton initially led, but UConn's strong second and third quarters turned the game. Additionally, Caroline Ducharme made her home return after injuries. UConn eyes an undefeated conference season, needing a win against Marquette in their next game.
Bueckers became the second UConn player in the last 25 seasons to have 70 points and 30 assists in a 4-game span in a season, according to ESPN research.
UConn won its 22nd outright Big East regular-season title and has shared the crown twice, continuing its dominance in women's college basketball.
Creighton scored the first eight points of the game, showcasing their initial advantage, but UConn quickly regained control and dominated the second and third periods.
After missing 14 of its 19 shots in the first quarter, UConn was 21 for 31 from the field in the second and third periods, demonstrating a remarkable turnaround.
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