Kiki Iriafen scored 25 points, with 17 coming in the second half, leading No. 2 Southern California to an 82-70 victory over fifth-seeded Michigan. JuJu Watkins contributed 20 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, helping the team advance to the Big Ten championship game. The win, achieved on March 8, 2025, showcased the strong performances of both Iriafen and Watkins, propelling Southern Cal one step closer to the title.
Iriafen’s 25 points propel No. 2 Southern Cal past Michigan 82-70, advancing to the Big Ten title game
— Kiki Iriafen netted 17 of her 25 points in the second half on Saturday, while JuJu Watkins contributed 20 points and both grabbed 11 rebounds, leading No. 2 Southern California to a victory over fifth-seeded Michigan 82-70 and securing a spot in the Big Ten championship game.
Mar 8, 2025, 09:38 pm – AP