What happened: Paige Bueckers opened with 18 points in the first quarter. She added four rebounds and four assists.
Why it matters: The outburst built on a 23-point first half, leaving nine points after halftime. Her 75% field-goal rate paired scoring volume with efficiency.
By the numbers: Bueckers scored 2.0 points per field-goal attempt. Her opening-quarter total accounted for 56.3% of her scoring.
What to watch: Her next game will test whether the perfect perimeter shooting carries over.