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What. A. Game. The UConn Huskies and Baylor Bears played a game for the ages in the 2021 women's NCAA tournament Elite Eight, with the Huskies just edging out the Bears 69-67. Even after a nearly even first half, it didn't look like it would be that close at one point, as Baylor pulled ahead by nine at the end of the third quarter. That was before Paige Bueckers & Co. took over, however, going on a 19-0 run to take the momentum back -- and prompting some excited reactions on Twitter. But that didn't end up being the story of this game. With time running out, Baylor's DiJonai Carrington -- who finished with 22 points on the night -- had a chance to take the lead, but her shot was blocked by Olivia Nelson-Ododa. The possibility that Carrington was fouled during the attempt was the hottest topic on social media as the Huskies huddled up for their victory dance. Even UConn coach Geno Auriemma's daughter had some thoughts about the ending ... although her conclusion about the game seems like something everyone can agree on.
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