The No. 24 Mississippi women’s basketball team defeated Georgia with a final score of 63-51, thanks to strong performances from players Deja Murrell and Shakira Austin. Murrell led the team with 14 points and 7 rebounds, while Austin contributed 13 points and 9 rebounds. The game saw Mississippi take an early lead and maintain it throughout, leading by as many as 17 points in the fourth quarter. Georgia put up a fight, but ultimately couldn’t close the gap.
Head coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin praised the team’s defensive effort, noting they were able to hold Georgia to just 33% shooting from the field. McPhee-McCuin also highlighted Murrell and Austin’s contributions on both ends of the court.
The win improves Mississippi’s record to 15-5 overall and 5-2 in conference play. They currently sit in third place in the SEC standings. Georgia, on the other hand, drops to 10-10 overall and 2-5 in conference play.
Mississippi will look to carry this momentum into their next game against Florida, while Georgia will aim to bounce back against Tennessee. The team will continue to rely on Murrell and Austin’s strong performances as they push for success in the remainder of the season. Fans are excited to see what the future holds for the Mississippi women’s basketball team as they continue to impress on the court.
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