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Penn State rallies to defeat USC women's basketball
Despite 24 points from Kara Dunn, Trojans fall 85-82 to Nittany Lions
Published on Feb. 26, 2026
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The USC women's basketball team led by as many as four points in the fourth quarter, but Penn State rallied late to defeat the Trojans 85-82 on Wednesday night. USC's Kara Dunn scored a game-high 24 points, while teammate Jazzy Davidson added 22, but it wasn't enough as the Nittany Lions came back in the final minutes to secure the victory.
Why it matters
This loss is a setback for the USC women's basketball team, which was looking to build momentum heading into the final stretch of the season. Penn State, on the other hand, picks up a key non-conference win that could help bolster its postseason resume.
The details
The Trojans led 62-58 early in the fourth quarter and were still up 70-68 with 5:35 remaining, but Penn State's Kiyomi McMiller and Moriah Murray made several clutch shots down the stretch to give the Nittany Lions the lead. Penn State then extended its advantage to 79-74 to seal the victory.
- The game was played on Wednesday, February 26, 2026.
The players
Kara Dunn
A standout player for the USC women's basketball team, Dunn scored a game-high 24 points in the loss.
Jazzy Davidson
USC's Jazzy Davidson added 22 points in the defeat.
Kiyomi McMiller
Penn State's Kiyomi McMiller made several key shots in the fourth quarter to help the Nittany Lions rally for the victory.
Moriah Murray
Moriah Murray also hit important shots down the stretch for Penn State to secure the win over USC.
What they’re saying
“We fought hard but just couldn't finish it off. Credit to Penn State for making the plays when it mattered most.”
— Kara Dunn, USC Player
The takeaway
This game showcased the resilience of the Penn State women's basketball team, which was able to overcome a late deficit on the road against a talented USC squad. The loss is a tough one for the Trojans, but they will look to rebound in their next contest.
