What happened: Kelsey Mitchell added a midrange jumper during an efficient opening half. Her three makes from beyond the arc accounted for nine points.
Why it matters: Mitchell's 72.7% shooting put her on a 40-point pace. The balanced scoring showed production from both the perimeter and midrange.
By the numbers: Mitchell scored 20 first-half points on 8-for-11 shooting, including 3-for-3 from 3-point range.
What to watch: Her second-half scoring and final shooting line will determine whether the early pace holds.