South Carolina's 71-Game Home Streak Ends with Loss

The South Carolina Gamecocks, led by coach Dawn Staley, faced a humbling defeat against the UConn Huskies with an 87-58 loss, snapping their 71-game home win streak. This defeat was the third significant loss of the season for the defending champions, highlighting vulnerabilities in their defense and rebounding. UConn's Azzi Fudd spearheaded the victory with 28 points, exploiting South Carolina's perimeter defense and rebounding struggles. Despite the loss, Staley views it as a critical reality check before the NCAA tournament, allowing the team to address weaknesses and rebuild their strategy. Staley acknowledged the loss with an 'F' grade for the team's performance, emphasizing the need for improvement. The Gamecocks aim to regroup and maintain their title defense aspirations, focusing on learning from their setbacks.