Montana State women’s basketball team used a strong defensive performance to secure a 67-45 victory over Sacramento State on Thursday night. Despite a slow start shooting in the first quarter, the Bobcats were able to ignite their offense in the second period, with key contributions from players like Katelynn Martin, Esme Morales, and Marah Dykstra. Morales led all scorers with 17 points, while Martin and Dykstra added 16 and 13 points respectively. The Bobcats’ defense forced 28 turnovers by the Hornets, resulting in a significant advantage in points off turnovers. This win marks the team’s 12th consecutive victory and maintains their top spot in the Big Sky Conference standings. The Bobcats will look to extend their winning streak when they face Portland State on Saturday at 3 p.m. (MT). Head coach Tricia Binford credited the team’s defensive effort as the key to success in this game, emphasizing the importance of getting the defense going to create opportunities on offense.
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