University of Texas senior Taylor Jones has been named Southeastern Conference Player of the Week after an impressive performance in two wins last week. Jones helped lead Texas to a victory over Tennessee, recording 21 points and a season-high 14 rebounds, marking her sixth double-double of the season and 24th of her career. She followed that up with another standout game against Ole Miss, scoring 24 points in a road win, contributing 10 points in the fourth quarter, and hitting a critical jumper to tie the game with just over two minutes left.
For the week, Jones shot an impressive 69.6% from the field and 92.9% from the free-throw line, further showcasing her efficiency and clutch performance. With this recognition, Jones continues to shine as a key player for the Longhorns, now boasting 1,674 career points, with 924 of those coming at Texas. Her stellar performances are crucial as the team pushes forward in the season.
The Longhorns will host Missouri on Thursday, January 30, at 8:00 p.m. CT, as they look to continue their strong form in SEC pl
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