Olson scores 22 points, No. 20 Michigan takes control early, beats Detroit Mercy 100-54

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2:13 PM on Saturday, December 14, 2024

The Associated Press

ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Olivia Olson scored 15 of her 22 points in the first half when No. 20 Michigan took control en route to a 100-54 win over Detroit Mercy. The Wolverines were 12 of 12 from the foul line in the first quarter, opening a 27-9 lead and Olson scored 11 points in the second when they stretched the lead to 59-27 at halftime. Aaliyah McQueen scored 15 points to lead the Titans. The Wolverines forced 23 turnovers, cashing in for 37 points, and had a 45-34 rebounding advantage. Detroit Mercy was 5 of 21 from 3-point range and shot 31%. The Wolverines had an 11-0 run in the third quarter and Quarles Daniels converted a three-point play in the closing seconds for an 82-38 lead.