KANSAS CITY, Mo. (Interstat) — The Denver women’s basketball team used efficient offense to defeat Missouri-Kansas City 79-63 on Wednesday night at Municipal Auditorium.

The Pioneers built a lead with a dominant second quarter, outscoring the Kangaroos 26-10 in the period. Denver maintained control throughout the second half behind a sharp shooting performance, finishing 26 of 42 from the floor and 11 of 20 from 3-point range.

Coryn Watts led Denver with 25 points and seven assists. Emani Bennett scored 20 points for Missouri-Kansas City. Denver improved to 10-17 overall, while Missouri-Kansas City fell to 7-20.