The No. 23 Nebraska women's basketball team built a 31-point first-half lead on its way to an 85-72 win over Sam Houston State at the Bob Devaney Sports Center on Tuesday night.
With the victory, Nebraska improved to 4-1, while Sam Houston State slipped to 1-3.
Jordan Hooper produced her second double-double of the year and 19th of her career with 19 points and 10 rebounds in just 24 minutes. The 6-2 junior forward from Alliance, Neb., also knocked down five three-pointers.
Sophomore Emily Cady added a season-high 18 points to go along with six rebounds, while Lindsey Moore gave NU three players in double figures with 13 points, six rebounds, five assists and two steals in just 21 minutes of action.