No. 18 Ohio State dismantled Central Michigan 103-36 on Thursday night, powered by a dominant performance from Jaloni Cambridge and a historic defensive effort that stifled the Chippewas from the opening tip. Cambridge recorded a game-high 23 points, eight assists, and three steals, while her sister, Kennedy Cambridge, contributed 16 points and five steals. The Buckeyes’ early momentum was undeniable, as Ava Watson hit two three-pointers in the first 59 seconds, followed by a long-range bomb from Jaloni Cambridge that extended the lead to 13-0 within the first two minutes.
Twin sisters and elite defense combine for a historic defensive performance in Columbus
The Buckeyes’ defensive pressure was suffocating, forcing 44 turnovers and recording a remarkable 23 steals against the Chippewas. Central Michigan struggled to find its rhythm, shooting just 29.3% from the field and 23.5% from three-point range. Jailenn Green led the Chippewas with nine points on inefficient 3-of-11 shooting, while the team managed only eight free throws in 15 attempts. The disparity in execution was stark, with Ohio State controlling the pace and punishing every mistake with fast-break opportunities.
Key contributors emerged beyond the Cambridge twins, as Elsa Lemmila shot a perfect 6-for-6 for 15 points, and both Ava Watson and Sydney Mobley added 14 points each. Watson also recorded three steals, while Mobley sealed the victory with three consecutive baskets in a 61-second span, pushing the lead to 89-19 with under a minute remaining. The final scoreline reflects a comprehensive win for the 2-0 Buckeyes, who now look to maintain their momentum against tougher competition in the coming weeks.
Source: Yahoo Sports
