Rookie Guard Ayala Oren's Breakout Performance Leads Duquesne to Victory
Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
Israeli guard Ayala Oren scored 27 points, including crucial free throws in the final minute, to lead Duquesne University to a 75-71 win over Kent State. Her performance, which also included 7 assists and 4 rebounds, was lauded by her coach and a prominent women's college basketball reporter. This marks a significant breakout game for the rookie in her fourth NCAA appearance.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Ayala Oren scored 27 points, 7 assists, and 4 rebounds in Duquesne's 75-71 win.
- Oren shot 9-of-9 from the free-throw line, including four clutch shots in the final minute.
- Her coach praised her "ice in her veins" performance during a 15-point comeback.
- A reporter urged fans to "remember the name" of the breakout rookie guard.
- Duquesne improved its season record to 3-1 following the victory.
Israeli guard Ayala Oren delivered a standout performance for Duquesne University on Saturday, scoring 27 points in their 75-71 win over Kent State. This marked a significant leap from her previous games in the NCAA season, where she had scored 4, 3, and 8 points respectively. In addition to her scoring, Oren contributed 7 assists, 4 rebounds, 3 steals, and a block, helping Duquesne improve its record to 3-1.
Oren's impressive display included shooting 4-of-6 from three-point range and a perfect 9-of-9 from the free-throw line, notably making all four of her free throws in the final minute of the game. Her coach, Dan Burt, praised her composure, stating she performed with "ice in her veins" as the team came back from a 15-point deficit.
Talia Goodman, a prominent reporter in women's college basketball, urged observers to "remember the name," highlighting Oren as the key player in Duquesne's victory and calling it a "big show" for the rookie.
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