What happened
Betnijah Laney-Hamilton knocked down a 24-foot three-point jumper with 6:31 remaining in the first quarter, assisted by Jonquel Jones. The bucket pushed the score to 4-8 in the early going.
Why it matters
Early three-point production from Laney-Hamilton stretches the floor and opens driving lanes for Jones in the post. Connecting on a deep look this early can set the offensive tone for the rest of the half.
What to watch
Watch whether Laney-Hamilton continues to hunt perimeter looks off Jones double-teams and how the opposing defense adjusts its closeouts in the second quarter.