The article details the post-game interactions between USC coach Lindsay Gottlieb and UConn coach Geno Auriemma following a USC victory over UConn. Despite the loss, Auriemma showed respect for USC's win. The two teams met again in the Elite Eight, with UConn winning due to USC's key player injury.
Auriemma's text message to Gottlieb after the initial loss, praising USC's performance, emphasizes the mutual respect between these highly competitive coaches and programs.
UConn ultimately defeated USC in the Elite Eight, although USC played well despite missing a key player due to injury. Both coaches demonstrated respect and admiration for the opposing team's performance and effort.
The article concludes with UConn advancing to the Final Four to face UCLA, a game which both coaches anticipate will be a high-scoring affair.