The 2023-24 regular season for Grand Canyon women's basketball ended with a hard-fought battle against California Baptist, resulting in an 85-81 loss in overtime after a game-tying three-pointer from junior Naudia Evans forced the extra period.

The Big Picture

The game marked the culmination of a season with record-breaking achievements for Grand Canyon but fell short in the pursuit of a WAC regular-season title, highlighting the intense rivalry between the two schools.

By the Numbers
  • Grand Canyon allowed only the second 80+ points game of the season, with 81 points scored, the fourth most in a game.
  • The game featured 166 combined points, with GCU having five double-digit scorers and shooting 38% from the field.
  • California Baptist shot 76% in the first quarter, leading by as many as 12 points, and eventually secured the win with vital free throw shooting in overtime.
  • The game saw a total of 46 fouls, with key players from both sides fouling out, emphasizing the physical intensity of the matchup.
State of Play
  • Grand Canyon heads into the WAC Tournament as the number two seed, earning a double bye and two extra rest days before the semifinals on March 15.
  • All WAC Tournament games will take place at the Orleans Arena in Las Vegas, setting the stage for the team's continued postseason journey.
What's Next

As the team enters the postseason, the focus will shift to the WAC Tournament in Las Vegas, where Grand Canyon will aim to carry its competitive spirit and resilience into the upcoming games.

Bottom Line

Despite a tough loss in the regular-season finale, Grand Canyon women's basketball has demonstrated perseverance and a strong competitive drive, setting the stage for an exciting postseason journey in the WAC Tournament.