Santa Clara women's basketball nearly completed a second-half comeback but ultimately fell to Arizona State, 82-77. The Broncos (3-2) were down by 13 points at halftime but managed to close the gap in the second half. Despite their effort, the Sun Devils (4-0) held their ground to secure the victory, marking a competitive game throughout.

By the Numbers
  • Santa Clara attempted a program-high 44 three-pointers, making 14.
  • Maia Jones led the Broncos with 20 points, including five three-pointers.
  • M Brackens of Arizona State scored 23 points and grabbed 11 rebounds.
State of Play
  • Arizona State built a significant lead early, shooting 59.4% in the first half.
  • Santa Clara's third-quarter 9-0 run cut the deficit to just three points.
  • The game featured multiple lead changes in the fourth quarter, highlighting its competitive nature.
What's Next

The Broncos are set to face San Diego State on Wednesday at 11 a.m., seeking to bounce back from this close defeat.

Bottom Line

Despite the loss, Santa Clara demonstrated resilience and offensive capability, suggesting potential for improvement as they head into the next game. Fans should keep an eye on the Broncos’ shooting proficiency and teamwork as the season progresses.