Turning point: After CU took a 21-17 lead midway through the second quarter, USC closed the half on a 9-1 run and then opened the second half with a 9-1 run. CU never recovered from that combined 18-2 surge by the Trojans.

Buff of the game: Quay Miller. She finished with her second straight double-double (13 points, 11 rebounds).

What’s next?: The Buffs visit Oregon on Friday at 8 p.m. MT.