Hare's Miracle Shot Seals Iowa State's 79-76 Thriller Over Kansas, Crooks Leads With 41 Points
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In a heart-stopping finish, Kenzie Hare's last-second three-pointer secured a 79-76 victory for No. 10 Iowa State over Kansas on Sunday. Audi Crooks spearheaded the Cyclones' win with an impressive 41-point performance, shooting 19 of 28 from the field and extending her double-digit scoring streak to 79 games. Crooks, the nation's leading scorer, broke the 40-point mark for the third time this season. The Cyclones initially led by 11 points, but Kansas staged a remarkable comeback, led by S'Mya Nichols' 29 points, including 12 in the fourth quarter. However, Iowa State's Addy Brown expertly set up Hare for the game-winning shot. The Jayhawks' decision to defend Crooks one-on-one proved costly, as she capitalized on easy baskets. The win marked Iowa State's third consecutive victory over Kansas, and their first at home since 2015. The Cyclones will look to maintain their momentum as they visit Houston on December 31, while Kansas hosts West Virginia on January 1.
