South Carolina emerged victorious from a sluggish shooting start, defeating Clemson with a resounding 77 - 45 score and establishing a new program-record winning streak. This remarkable achievement dates back to their Final Four loss to Iowa in Dallas in 2023 and has set a new standard in the NCAA. The winning streak now stands at 43 consecutive games, the seventh-longest in NCAA history and the second-longest in SEC history, trailing only Tennessee's 46-game streak.

Coach Staley's Perspective

When asked about the significance of the winning streak, Dawn Staley remained humble. "I don't think about it," she said. "But to have two of them is pretty special. It means that our players make a commitment to team, they make a commitment to us, they make a commitment to each other. When you do it that way you can have this type of historical moment."

Road Winning Streak

South Carolina's road winning streak is an astonishing 33 games, ranking third-longest in NCAA history. This dominance on the road showcases the team's ability to perform consistently away from home. Their recent success is a testament to their hard work and determination.

Not only have they achieved multiple 40-game win streaks, but they have also won 84 of their last 85 games and are 113 - 3 over the last four seasons. This level of consistency is rare in college basketball and has solidified South Carolina's position as a powerhouse.

The team hasn't lost a game in 600 days and hasn't lost a regular season game in 1,056 days. These long streaks demonstrate their ability to stay focused and perform at a high level over an extended period.

Series Dominance Against Clemson

Dating back to 2010, South Carolina has won 14 straight against Clemson, the longest streak in the series. This dominance is a clear indication of their superiority over their rivals.

For most of the first half, South Carolina struggled with their shooting, with the shooting percentage hovering near 20%. However, Bree Hall's short jumper in the lane woke the team up and set off a 17 - 0 run that changed the course of the game.

Te - Hina Paopao followed with a transition layup and an offensive rebound to put South Carolina ahead. The sequence was capped off by a Tessa Johnson three at the halftime buzzer, giving the team a much-needed boost.

Second Half Explosion

Paopao and Hall continued their hot shooting in the second half, hitting two threes to stretch the run to 23 - 0 and a 35 - 17 lead. South Carolina's dominance in the second half was evident as they extended the lead out to 20 late in the third quarter and never looked back.

By the final buzzer, South Carolina totally dominated the box score. They shot 42.9% for the game and held Clemson to 25.5%. The team also outrebounded Clemson by 24, had a plus-six advantage on turnovers, a plus-22 edge in second-chance points, and a plus-34 lead in points in the paint.

Loyal McQueen scored 15 points to lead Clemson, but it was too little too late as the outcome was already decided. South Carolina's players showed exceptional teamwork and discipline throughout the game.

For the first time this season, South Carolina had all 13 players available and they all played, with only Sakima Walker not scoring. Chloe Kitts had four points and eight rebounds, and the team blocked nine shots. South Carolina started 0 - 6 from three but finished 7 - 19, while Clemson was 7 - 18 from three.

Dawn Staley's outfit, a Louis Vuitton jacket, added a touch of style to the game. The announced attendance was 5,008, and the team's next game is Sunday at UCLA.