Caitlin Clark game-winning 3-pointer Iowa women's basketball Michigan State

Caitlin Clark's game-winning 3-pointer gives No. 3 Iowa a 76-73 win over Michigan State. Clark finished with 40 points.

The Iowa City crowd was on edge as the intense game unfolded, with Caitlin Clark ultimately coming to the rescue. The No. 3 Iowa women's basketball team found themselves in a tough battle with Michigan State, but Clark's game-winning 3-pointer secured a 76-73 win.

This game was reminiscent of last season's matchup, with the scrappy Spartans looking for an upset. Despite Clark's earlier efforts to give the Hawkeyes a lead, Michigan State fought back, forcing Iowa to play catch-up.

The Hawkeyes struggled with offensive dry spells throughout the game, but Clark's 40 points and game-winning shot saved the day. Despite a halftime deficit and difficulties in the third quarter, Clark's heroics sealed the victory for Iowa.

Dargan Southard, a sports trending reporter covering Iowa athletics, provided this update on the thrilling game.