USC Women's Basketball Defeats Ohio State 84-63

No. 7 USC women's basketball achieved an impressive 84-63 victory over No. 8 Ohio State, with Kiki Iriafen leading the Trojans with 24 points and 13 rebounds. Despite star JuJu Watkins struggling with her shooting, the team showcased depth as Kennedy Smith and Iriafen both recorded double-doubles, contributing to USC's dominance in rebounding with a season-high 62 boards compared to Ohio State's 30. USC overcame an early deficit, taking control of the game with a strong performance in the second half. The win marks USC's third victory over a top-10 opponent this season, improving their record to 21-2 overall and 11-1 in the conference. The Trojans are now poised for a crucial matchup against crosstown rivals UCLA on February 13. Ohio State, in contrast, will look to rebound against Minnesota after this setback.