Ohio State Women Dominate Wisconsin with Jaloni Cambridge’s 29 Points

In a thrilling display of basketball, the No. 11 Ohio State Buckeyes women’s team rolled past the Wisconsin Badgers with a decisive 81-58 victory. That makes it five straight wins for Ohio State over Wisconsin, and honestly, it’s starting to feel like the Buckeyes just have their number.

The Buckeyes dug themselves out of a first-quarter hole and ended up with a commanding lead by the final buzzer. Jaloni Cambridge and Elsa Lemmila led the way, each putting on a show that fans won’t forget anytime soon.

Ohio State now looks ahead to a matchup with Nebraska. Wisconsin, meanwhile, will try to regroup before hosting Indiana.

Ohio State’s Stellar Performance

The Buckeyes leaned on their depth this game, with different players stepping up at key moments. Jaloni Cambridge really stole the spotlight, pouring in 21 of her 29 points after halftime.

She hit a crucial 3-pointer to finish off a 19-6 run, and that shot seemed to break Wisconsin’s spirit for good.

Key Players and Their Contributions

Elsa Lemmila made her presence felt in the paint, finishing with a double-double: 14 points, 14 rebounds, and four blocks. Her defense and rebounding kept Wisconsin from getting many second chances.

• Jaloni Cambridge: 29 points, with 21 in the second half
• Elsa Lemmila: 14 points, 14 rebounds, 4 blocks
• Chance Gray: 10 points

Turning Point in the Game

The third quarter really flipped the script. Ohio State actually trailed 23-17 after the first, but then they locked in on defense and held Wisconsin to just five points in the entire second quarter.

That defensive stand set up a huge second half, with the Buckeyes outscoring the Badgers 52-30. It was a completely different game after the break.

Third Quarter Surge

Cambridge went off in the third, racking up 13 points in the last four minutes and change. She nailed a 3-pointer to push the lead to 56-45, and at that point, the momentum was all Ohio State’s.

Wisconsin’s Struggle

Wisconsin came out hot, but they just couldn’t hold onto their early lead. Destiny Howell was a bright spot, dropping 29 points on 11-of-16 shooting and knocking down 5 of 7 from deep.

Still, even with Howell’s big night, Ohio State’s balanced attack and tough defense were just too much.

Early Lead and Subsequent Decline

The Badgers started with a barrage of 3-pointers, building a nine-point lead late in the first quarter. But their offense stalled in the second, and Ohio State quickly closed the gap.

After that, Wisconsin never really got back in it.

Looking Ahead

Ohio State hosts Nebraska next, and you can bet they’ll try to keep this streak alive. The Buckeyes have shown they can handle adversity, but Nebraska could pose a different challenge.

Ohio State’s Next Challenge

They’ll need to stay sharp and keep playing with the same energy if they want another win. This team has grit, no doubt about it.

Wisconsin’s Road to Recovery

For Wisconsin, it’s back to the drawing board. Hosting Indiana gives them a shot to bounce back and show they can learn from their mistakes.

Conclusion

Ohio State’s win over Wisconsin really showed off their depth and skill. Jaloni Cambridge and Elsa Lemmila both stepped up in big ways. The Buckeyes are looking like a real threat in the Big Ten right now.

Next up, they’ll face Nebraska and try to keep this momentum rolling. Wisconsin, on the other hand, needs to regroup as they get ready to host Indiana. If you want a deeper dive into the game, check out the original article.