The Crimson received hefty contributions from senior forward Destiny Nunley, who led all players with 21 points and imposed her will in the paint with five blocks and 10 rebounds. Just like Nunley, sophomore guard Sydney Skinner recorded a double-double of the points-rebounds variety.
“Every game, it’s someone else who steps up,” Nunley said. “I think that’s what makes us so successful right now…. Everybody can put the ball in the basket and [plays] great defense.”
For visiting Temple, upperclassman guards Tanaya Atkinson, Alliya Butts, and Feyonda Fitzgerald all tallied at least 15 points, with Atkinson pulling down a game-high 12 boards.
By out-rebounding the opposition 43-39 on Thursday night, Harvard continues its season-long streak of controlling the glass.
Historically, when the Crimson dominates the boards, it dictates the game, as shown by its 12-3 record last season in 15 games with the rebounding advantage.
“We really came out and gave it our all,” junior guard Taylor Rooks said. “It was great to see us get a lead as well as do all the little things that are necessary to win the game. [The game] was awesome.”