McNeely and Stewart help No. 2 UConn snap 3-game losing streak with 99-45 win
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McNeely and Stewart help No. 2 UConn snap 3-game losing streak with 99-45 win

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! HARTFORD, Conn. — Liam McNeeley and Jaylin Stewart each scored 16 points as the second-ranked UConn men’s basketball team snapped a three-game losing streak with a 99-45 win over Maryland Eastern Shore on Saturday night. Things got heated early in the second half when Stewart and Maryland Eastern Shore’s Evan Johnson had to be pulled away by teammates after exchanging words. UConn: With a tough three-game stretch coming up against Baylor, Texas and Gonzaga, UConn dominated against Maryland Eastern Shore as UConn improved to 35-9 at the XL Center in seven seasons under head coach Dan Hurley with its largest margin of victory this season. Key moment After layups by McNeeley and Ball, Stewart hit UConn’s first 3-pointer of the game as the Huskies scored 13 consecutive points after allowing the first basket of the game to Johnson.

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UConn’s leading scorer Alex Karaban to miss Saturday’s game against Maryland Eastern Shore
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UConn’s leading scorer Alex Karaban to miss Saturday’s game against Maryland Eastern Shore

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! Hartford, Conn. — UConn’s leading scorer Alex Karaban will not play in the second-ranked Huskies’ game against visiting Maryland Eastern Shore, the university announced about 30 minutes before the start of Saturday’s game. He is the top scorer for the Huskies with an average of …

Kochera scores 22 as Davidson defeats Providence 69-58 at Battle 4 Atlantis
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Kochera scores 22 as Davidson defeats Providence 69-58 at Battle 4 Atlantis

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! NASSAU, Bahamas — Connor Kochera had 22 points in Davidson’s 69-58 victory against Providence on Thursday night at the Battle 4 Atlantis. Reed Bailey shot 6 for 13 and 5 of 6 from the free-throw line to finish with 18 points, while adding 11 rebounds. …

Cheeks scores 20 as Dayton sends No. 2 UConn down to 3rd straight loss, 85-67
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Cheeks scores 20 as Dayton sends No. 2 UConn down to 3rd straight loss, 85-67

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! LAHAINA, Hawaii — Enoch Cheeks scored 20 points to lead Dayton to an 85-67 win over No. Alex Karaban made four of his team’s eight 3-pointers and scored 15 of his team-high 21 points in the first half to lead the Huskies, who lost all …

No. 2 UConn loses to Colorado for second defeat against unranked opponent in as many days
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No. 2 UConn loses to Colorado for second defeat against unranked opponent in as many days

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2 UConn suffered a second defeat against an unranked opponent in as many days at the Maui Invitational as Colorado prevailed 73-72 against the back-to-back NCAA defending champion. Colorado’s Andrej Jakimovski scored a layup with eight seconds remaining in Tuesday’s game to complete an impressive comeback with the Buffaloes having trailed 40-32 at the half. Mitchell Layton/Getty Images Julian Hammond …

No. 2 UConn falls again in Maui, losing 73-72 to Colorado on Jakimovski’s off-balance layup
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No. 2 UConn falls again in Maui, losing 73-72 to Colorado on Jakimovski’s off-balance layup

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! 2 UConn its second loss in two days at the Maui Invitational, beating the two-time defending national champion 73-72 on Tuesday. A day after a 99-97 overtime loss to Memphis that left Huskies coach Dan Hurley livid about the officiating, UConn couldn’t shake the unranked …

UConn loses its cool, then loses a game. And Dan Hurley had some thoughts afterward
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UConn loses its cool, then loses a game. And Dan Hurley had some thoughts afterward

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! “And I’m familiar with the other two, so I’m not surprised.” His technical was one of two that sent Memphis to the line for free throws in the game; the other was about 4 minutes into the game when a team trainer apparently said something …

Memphis beats No. 2 UConn 99-97 in overtime to tip off Maui Invitational
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Memphis beats No. 2 UConn 99-97 in overtime to tip off Maui Invitational

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! LAHAINA, Hawaii — Tyrese Hunter scored 17 of his 26 points after halftime to lead Memphis to a 99-97 overtime win against two-time defending national champion and second-ranked UConn on Monday in the first round of the Maui Invitational. Memphis led by as many as …

Freshmen El Alfy, Strong score 17 points each as No. 2 UConn routs BU 86-32
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Freshmen El Alfy, Strong score 17 points each as No. 2 UConn routs BU 86-32

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! HARTFORD, Conn. — Jana El Alfy had 17 points and 11 rebounds and fellow freshman Sarah Strong had 17 points and six steals as No. Takeaways Boston University: Sophomore guard Sisi Bentley, playing in her hometown of Hartford, scored the Terriers’ first four points. Key …

Knights Secure Thrilling 64-61 Victory Over Aggies
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Knights Secure Thrilling 64-61 Victory Over Aggies

Associated Press  

UCF secures a thrilling 64-61 victory over Texas A&M, showcasing their defensive prowess and timely shooting. Darius Johnson shines with 24 points and 5 assists, while Jordan Ivy-Curry adds 16 points. The Knights' strong defense, led by Keyshawn Hall's 10 points and seven rebounds, proves to be a significant factor in the win.

UConn's Depth and Potential with a Deep Roster
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UConn's Depth and Potential with a Deep Roster

Associated Press  

UConn is looking to make a big push for a third consecutive national title this season, despite losing three starters to the NBA. The Huskies have a deep and experienced roster with several players who can fill the scoring void left by the departed starters. Alex Karaban is the only returning starter, but coach Dan Hurley thinks this might be …

UConn vs. Purdue final score: How the Huskies repeated championships and became college basketball’s greatest team.
8 months, 2 weeks ago

UConn vs. Purdue final score: How the Huskies repeated championships and became college basketball’s greatest team.

Slate  

The UConn Huskies are dynastic through whatever lens you prefer. Last year’s team was nearly as dominant, cruising past every team it faced in March Madness and beating an overmatched Cinderella, San Diego State, by 17 in the title game. But any power-conference team can get good enough to make a Final Four run sometime, and it’s never been more …

UConn uses strategy of shutting down Purdue’s perimeter shooters to get decisive victory
8 months, 2 weeks ago

UConn uses strategy of shutting down Purdue’s perimeter shooters to get decisive victory

Associated Press  

GLENDALE, Ariz. — UConn left Donovan Clingan on the loneliest island, stuck deep in the paint to wrestle massive Purdue center Zach Edey. Chasing the Boilermakers off the arc all night, UConn held one of the nation’s best 3-point shooting teams to one made 3 and became the first team since 2007 to repeat as national champions with a 75-60 …

UConn concludes a dominant run to its 2nd straight NCAA title, beating Zach Edey and Purdue 75-60
8 months, 2 weeks ago

UConn concludes a dominant run to its 2nd straight NCAA title, beating Zach Edey and Purdue 75-60

Associated Press  

GLENDALE, Ariz. — A basketball beatdown. Coach Dan Hurley’s Huskies delivered the latest of their suffocating hoops performances Monday night, smothering Purdue for a 75-60 victory to become the first team since 2007 to capture back-to-back national championships. “I just think it’s the best two-year run in a very, very long time, just because of everything we lost from last …

UConn and Purdue meet in the National Championship.
8 months, 2 weeks ago

UConn and Purdue meet in the National Championship.

Associated Press  

Purdue Boilermakers vs. UConn Huskies Glendale, Arizona; Monday, 9:20 p.m. EDT FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK LINE: Huskies -7; over/under is 145.5 BOTTOM LINE: No. TOP PERFORMERS: Tristen Newton is scoring 14.9 points per game with 6.6 rebounds and 6.2 assists for the Huskies. Lance Jones is shooting 35.9% from beyond the arc with 2.1 made 3-pointers per game for the Boilermakers, while …

Connecticut defeats Purdue to repeat as NCAA men’s basketball champions
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Connecticut defeats Purdue to repeat as NCAA men’s basketball champions

LA Times  

Connecticut delivered another dominant performance Monday night, smothering Purdue for a 75-60 victory to become the first team since 2007 to capture back-to-back national championships. The Huskies limited the country’s second-best three-point shooting team to a mere seven shots behind the arc — Purdue only made one — while happily allowing 7-foot-4 AP Player of the Year Zach Edey to …

UConn, Purdue set to collide in NCAA title game after dominating in a romp-filled March Madness
8 months, 2 weeks ago

UConn, Purdue set to collide in NCAA title game after dominating in a romp-filled March Madness

Associated Press  

GLENDALE, Ariz. — The NCAA Tournament has reached its finish line, down to one game pairing the two best teams that routinely win in romps and boasting a marquee post matchup that features a two-time national player of the year. Yet there’s a short list of unexpected moments this year: namely, Jack Gohlke making 10 3-pointers to help Oakland stun …

The keys for Monday night’s national title game between UConn and Purdue
8 months, 2 weeks ago

The keys for Monday night’s national title game between UConn and Purdue

Associated Press  

GLENDALE, Ariz. — A March Madness comparatively bereft of drama has come down to UConn and Purdue. The Boilermakers are in the Final Four for the first time since 1980 and are vying to erase last year’s first round exit as a No. A few keys for Monday night’s title game: DEFENDING THE PAINT Purdue big man Zach Edey has …

UConn takes on Purdue in the National Championship
8 months, 2 weeks ago

UConn takes on Purdue in the National Championship

Associated Press  

Purdue Boilermakers vs. UConn Huskies Glendale, Arizona; Monday, 9:20 p.m. EDT FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK LINE: Huskies -6.5; over/under is 145.5 BOTTOM LINE: No. UConn averages 8.6 made 3-pointers per game, 1.4 more made shots than the 7.2 per game Purdue gives up. LAST 10 GAMES: Huskies: 10-0, averaging 81.4 points, 40.4 rebounds, 21.0 assists, 5.8 steals and 5.6 blocks per game …

Led by Castle and Clingan, defending champ UConn returns to NCAA title game, beating Alabama 86-72
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Led by Castle and Clingan, defending champ UConn returns to NCAA title game, beating Alabama 86-72

Associated Press  

GLENDALE, Ariz. — The final result showed UConn winning its 11th straight NCAA Tournament game by at least 13 points. “We might not break you for 18 minutes, 25 minutes, but at some point if what we’re doing at both ends and on the backboard is at a high level, it just becomes hard for the other team to sustain …

Caitlin Clark leads Iowa rally for 71-69 win over UConn in women’s Final Four. South Carolina awaits
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Caitlin Clark leads Iowa rally for 71-69 win over UConn in women’s Final Four. South Carolina awaits

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Caitlin Clark eventually found a way. Completely shut down in the first half, the most exciting player in women’s college basketball now has one game left in her storied career at Iowa. Clark scored 21 points and made three momentum-turning 3-pointers in the second half to rally Iowa past Paige Bueckers and UConn 71-69 in the women’s Final …

UConn defeats Alabama in Final Four, will play Purdue for NCAA men’s title
8 months, 2 weeks ago

UConn defeats Alabama in Final Four, will play Purdue for NCAA men’s title

LA Times  

UConn guard Stephon Castle dunks over Alabama forward Grant Nelson during the second half of the Huskies’ 86-72 win in the Final Four of the NCAA men’s basketball tournament Saturday. Connecticut kept its bid to repeat as national champion intact by surviving its first true test of the NCAA tournament, getting 21 points from freshman Stephon Castle while clamping down …

Tall Final Four task: Beating reigning champion UConn will not be an easy task in the desert
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Tall Final Four task: Beating reigning champion UConn will not be an easy task in the desert

Associated Press  

The 2024 version of March Madness has apexed with a trio of streak busters in the desert. N.C. State is in the Final Four for the first time since Jim Valvano ran around trying to find someone to hug after the 1983 national championship. Purdue and big man Zach Edey will make their first Final Four appearance since Joe Barry …

Illinois’ Final Four hopes evaporate in second-half collapse against defending champ UConn
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Illinois’ Final Four hopes evaporate in second-half collapse against defending champ UConn

Associated Press  

BOSTON — In the first half, it looked like it might be possible. For 20 minutes, Illinois played defending champion UConn better — and closer — than any of Huskies’ previous three NCAA Tournament opponents. Then, it happened — UConn scored the first 25 points of the second half over a 7 minute, 41-second span, part of a 30-0 run …

Donovan Clingan, UConn power back into Final Four behind 30-0 run in 77-52 rout of Illinois
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Donovan Clingan, UConn power back into Final Four behind 30-0 run in 77-52 rout of Illinois

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Thirty points in a row — that’s quite a run. The defending national champions scored 30 straight points to power their way back to the Final Four on Saturday night, steamrolling Illinois 77-52 — a March Madness record 10th straight double-digit victory for the top-seeded Huskies. Donovan Clingan had 22 points, 10 rebounds and five blocked shots, and …

UConn powers past Illinois to advance to second consecutive Final Four
8 months, 3 weeks ago

UConn powers past Illinois to advance to second consecutive Final Four

New York Times  

Follow live coverage as UConn, Purdue play for the national championship today BOSTON — Dan Hurley sauntered across midcourt with 3:33 to play, a final timeout amid another March dismantling providing him a moment to take in the scene. And for the second consecutive year, they did it in dominant fashion, pummeling third-seeded Illinois 77-52 in the Elite Eight on …

Top-seeded UConn blows through another opponent, beating San Diego State 82-52 to reach Elite Eight
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Top-seeded UConn blows through another opponent, beating San Diego State 82-52 to reach Elite Eight

Associated Press  

BOSTON — The rematch turned into another UConn mismatch. Stephon Castle had 16 points and 11 rebounds for the defending NCAA champions, and the top-seeded Huskies advanced to the Elite Eight with another double-digit victory, beating San Diego State 82-52 on Thursday night in a rematch of last year’s title game. “Obviously, we’re very comfortable in tournament play.” Jaedon LeDee …

UConn freshmen Ashlynn Shade, KK Arnold making a name for themselves in the NCAA Tournament
8 months, 3 weeks ago

UConn freshmen Ashlynn Shade, KK Arnold making a name for themselves in the NCAA Tournament

Associated Press  

STORRS, Conn. — UConn freshmen guards Ashlynn Shade and KK Arnold haven’t received the accolades given to some of their peers across the country, but the pair have had a big impact for their injury-riddled team in this year’s NCAA Tournament. “It’s basically three seniors and all freshmen, so they have no choice but to step up to the plate …

Top seed UConn steamrolls into Sweet 16 with 75-58 rout of Northwestern in East Region
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Top seed UConn steamrolls into Sweet 16 with 75-58 rout of Northwestern in East Region

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — UConn again, no contest. So that’s really what we’re focused on — our next game.” The Huskies beat a fifth-seeded San Diego State squad 76-59 in last year’s national championship game. UConn’s victory put all three Big East teams that made the NCAAs in the regional semifinals, following hard-fought wins by Creighton and Marquette in the second …

UConn vs. Northwestern expert picks: Spread, odds, projections for NCAA Tournament second-round game
8 months, 4 weeks ago

UConn vs. Northwestern expert picks: Spread, odds, projections for NCAA Tournament second-round game

New York Times  

Big wins are expected for defending champion UConn in early NCAA Tournament rounds. 8 seed Florida Atlantic, while slowing down 7-foot-1 Vladislav Goldin, it’s clear Northwestern isn’t intimidated playing elite big men. Senior point guard Boo Buie is Northwestern’s all-time leading scorer and runs an efficient offense that rates seventh in the nation in both offensive turnover percentage and 3-point …

No. 1 UConn rolls No. 9 Northwestern to reach Sweet 16: ‘We’re bulletproof’
8 months, 4 weeks ago

No. 1 UConn rolls No. 9 Northwestern to reach Sweet 16: ‘We’re bulletproof’

New York Times  

BROOKLYN, N.Y. — The Connecticut men’s basketball team is now just four wins away from repeating as national champions. Last season, the Huskies won their six games in the NCAA Tournament by an average of 20.0 points, the fourth-largest average margin of victory since the NCAA Tournament expanded to 64 teams in 1985. “Getting to the Sweet 16 is another …

No. 1 UConn begins title defense by cruising past Stetson 91-52 in NCAA Tournament
9 months ago

No. 1 UConn begins title defense by cruising past Stetson 91-52 in NCAA Tournament

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Stetson had UConn’s full attention. Donovan Clingan scored 19 points and Cam Spencer had 15 as top-seeded UConn began defense of its national championship by cruising past 16th-seeded Stetson 91-52 Friday in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. They never had a chance against UConn, which scored the first eight points and went on to its …

No. 2 UConn wins Big East Tournament over No. 10 Marquette 73-57
9 months ago

No. 2 UConn wins Big East Tournament over No. 10 Marquette 73-57

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Donovan Clingan scored 22 points and Jaylin Stewart gave No. 10 Marquette 73-57 on Saturday night to win the Big East Tournament for the first time since rejoining the league four years ago. The Huskies’ eighth Big East Tournament title matched Georgetown for the most in conference history and was their first since 2011, when Kemba Walker …

No. 2 UConn beats No. 10 Marquette 73-57 to win 1st Big East Tournament title since 2011
9 months ago

No. 2 UConn beats No. 10 Marquette 73-57 to win 1st Big East Tournament title since 2011

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — UConn coach Dan Hurley climbed the ladder with “New York, New York” playing in Madison Square Garden — or as he calls it, “Storrs South.” The New Jersey native clipped the last piece of net off the rim, let out a “Wooooo!” as he whirled it over his head and then tapped the Big East sign on …

Crowl, Blackwell make 7 of Wisconsin’s season-high 16 3s in 87-56 win over Maryland in Big Ten
9 months, 1 week ago

Crowl, Blackwell make 7 of Wisconsin’s season-high 16 3s in 87-56 win over Maryland in Big Ten

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! MINNEAPOLIS — Freshman John Blackwell scored 18 points, Steven Crowl added 17 points, and the pair made seven of Wisconsin’s season-high 16 3-pointers in an 87-56 rout of Maryland on Thursday in the second round of the Big Ten Tournament. Wisconsin made its first six …

Scott scores 16, Maryland defeats Rutgers 65-51 to advance at Big Ten Tournament
9 months, 1 week ago

Scott scores 16, Maryland defeats Rutgers 65-51 to advance at Big Ten Tournament

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! MINNEAPOLIS — Donta Scott scored 16 points and Maryland dominated the first 30 minutes of play in a 65-51 victory over Rutgers on the first day of the Big Ten Tournament on Wednesday night at Target Center. Maryland scored the first 11 points and later …

Bueckers helps No. 10 UConn win Big East Tournament crown with 78-42 win over Georgetown
9 months, 1 week ago

Bueckers helps No. 10 UConn win Big East Tournament crown with 78-42 win over Georgetown

Associated Press  

UNCASVILE, Conn. — A year after missing out because of an injury, Paige Bueckers returned to make sure the UConn Huskies ended another Big East Tournament with a trophy in their hands and confetti raining down on their heads. 10 Huskies beat Georgetown 78-42 on Monday night to win their 22nd Big East Tournament title. UConn, which has been in …

Bueckers scores 27 points and short-handed UConn beats Marquette 58-29 in the Big East semifinals
9 months, 1 week ago

Bueckers scores 27 points and short-handed UConn beats Marquette 58-29 in the Big East semifinals

Associated Press  

UNCASVILLE, Conn. — Injury-decimated UConn needed Paige Bueckers even more than usual on Sunday. She’s different.” Liza Karlen had 12 points and nine rebounds to lead Marquette, which made just 12 baskets on 54 shots and scored its last points with 4:49 left in the third quarter. UConn extended that in the third period and Bueckers’ long 3-pointer as the …

No. 2 UConn overcomes 15-2 deficit to beat Providence 74-60 and likely seal No. 1 NCAA seed
9 months, 1 week ago

No. 2 UConn overcomes 15-2 deficit to beat Providence 74-60 and likely seal No. 1 NCAA seed

Associated Press  

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — UConn coach Dan Hurley didn’t like the way Saturday night’s game against Providence started. “I just told him, ‘I’ve got a national championship ring, and we won the regular season in the Big East, and we’re champions,’” Hurley said. Just go.’” Alex Karaban scored 16 points and Tristen Newton had 12 points, eight rebounds and five assists …

No. 9 UConn overcomes injury to Edwards, beats Providence 86-53 to advance in Big East Tournament
9 months, 1 week ago

No. 9 UConn overcomes injury to Edwards, beats Providence 86-53 to advance in Big East Tournament

Associated Press  

UNCASVILLE, Conn. — No. Paige Bueckers scored 29 points and top-seeded Connecticut beat ninth-seeded Providence 86-53 in the Big East quarterfinals despite losing star center Aaliyah Edwards while up by just six points in the second half. Freshman KK Arnold added 17 points and the Huskies, who went undefeated in the Big East during the regular season, advanced to a …

Spencer scores 25 points, Newton has a triple-double and top-ranked UConn beats Villanova 78-54
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Spencer scores 25 points, Newton has a triple-double and top-ranked UConn beats Villanova 78-54

Associated Press  

STORRS, Conn. — UConn coach Dan Hurley believes he has the best backcourt in the Big East and was confident his guards would not let the Huskies lose two games in a row. Cam Spencer tied his season high with 25 points, Tristen Newton recorded his fourth career triple-double and top-ranked Connecticut bounced back from its first defeat since December …

No. 1 UConn takes on No. 17 Creighton, seeks 25th victory of season
10 months ago

No. 1 UConn takes on No. 17 Creighton, seeks 25th victory of season

Associated Press  

UConn Huskies at Creighton Bluejays Omaha, Nebraska; Tuesday, 8:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: No. Creighton averages 10.5 made 3-pointers per game, 4.8 more made shots than the 5.7 per game UConn allows. Cam Spencer averages 2.7 made 3-pointers per game for the Huskies, scoring 15.2 points while shooting 44.3% from beyond the arc. LAST 10 GAMES: Bluejays: 7-3, averaging 81.7 …

Freshman Ashlynn Shade scores 21 to lead No. 9 UConn to a 12th straight victory, 88-51 over DePaul
11 months ago

Freshman Ashlynn Shade scores 21 to lead No. 9 UConn to a 12th straight victory, 88-51 over DePaul

Associated Press  

STORRS, Conn. — UConn’s players made a statement on Saturday that there is more than one women’s basketball coach on the verge of making history. A day after Stanford gave Tara VanDerveer her record-tying 1,202nd win, UConn routed DePaul 88-51 to give coach Geno Auriemma his 1,996th victory in the race to become the winningest coach in college basketball history. …

Villanova faces No. 1 UConn following Armstrong’s 24-point game
11 months ago

Villanova faces No. 1 UConn following Armstrong’s 24-point game

Associated Press  

UConn Huskies at Villanova Wildcats Philadelphia; Saturday, 8 p.m. EST FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK LINE: Huskies -4; over/under is 138.5 BOTTOM LINE: Villanova hosts the No. Villanova ranks sixth in the Big East with 8.9 offensive rebounds per game led by Eric Dixon averaging 2.3. Villanova averages 9.5 made 3-pointers per game, 3.6 more made shots than the 5.9 per game UConn …

Armstrong leads Villanova against No. 1 UConn after 24-point showing
11 months ago

Armstrong leads Villanova against No. 1 UConn after 24-point showing

Associated Press  

UConn Huskies at Villanova Wildcats Philadelphia; Saturday, 8 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Villanova hosts the No. UConn is second in the Big East scoring 38.4 points per game in the paint led by Donovan Clingan averaging 10.2. Cam Spencer averages 2.9 made 3-pointers per game for the Huskies, scoring 15.5 points while shooting 46.8% from beyond the arc. LAST 10 …

Newton scores 16 points, Clingan returns from injury, No. 1 UConn beats No. 18 Creighton 62-48
11 months ago

Newton scores 16 points, Clingan returns from injury, No. 1 UConn beats No. 18 Creighton 62-48

Associated Press  

STORRS, Conn. — UConn wasn’t about to lose its first game after being ranked No. “You’ve got to continue to protect the belt, protect the heavyweight championship.” Star center Donovan Clingan returned after missing five games with a tendon injury in his right foot. “We were Big East tough.” The Huskies led by 11 points at the half and used …

Karaban leads No. 1 UConn against No. 18 Creighton after 26-point game
11 months ago

Karaban leads No. 1 UConn against No. 18 Creighton after 26-point game

Associated Press  

Creighton Bluejays at UConn Huskies Storrs, Connecticut; Wednesday, 7 p.m. EST FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK LINE: Huskies -6; over/under is 144 BOTTOM LINE: No. Creighton ranks eighth in the Big East scoring 32.1 points per game in the paint led by Ryan Kalkbrenner averaging 11.8. Baylor Scheierman averages 3.1 made 3-pointers per game for the Bluejays, scoring 18.0 points while shooting 36.9% …

Karaban leads No. 1 UConn against No. 18 Creighton after 26-point performance
11 months, 1 week ago

Karaban leads No. 1 UConn against No. 18 Creighton after 26-point performance

Associated Press  

Creighton Bluejays at UConn Huskies Storrs, Connecticut; Wednesday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: No. UConn scores 83.1 points while outscoring opponents by 17.6 points per game. Creighton ranks eighth in the Big East scoring 32.1 points per game in the paint led by Ryan Kalkbrenner averaging 11.8. LAST 10 GAMES: Huskies: 8-2, averaging 79.1 points, 34.4 rebounds, 18.0 assists, 5.7 …

Maryland beats No. 10 Illinois 76-67. No. 4 UConn make its case to become No. 1
11 months, 1 week ago

Maryland beats No. 10 Illinois 76-67. No. 4 UConn make its case to become No. 1

Associated Press  

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Jahmir Young scored 28 points and Julian Reese had 20 points and 11 rebounds to lead Maryland to a 76-67 victory over No. 4 UCONN 80, GEORGETOWN 76 HARTFORD, Conn. — Alex Karaban tied a career high with 26 points and UConn made its case to be considered the nation’s top team by beating Georgetown. Cam Spencer …

Karaban’s 26 points lead No. 4 UConn to an 80-67 win over Georgetown and a claim to poll’s top spot
11 months, 1 week ago

Karaban’s 26 points lead No. 4 UConn to an 80-67 win over Georgetown and a claim to poll’s top spot

Associated Press  

HARTFORD, Conn. — Alex Karaban tied a career high with 26 points and No. Cam Spencer added 20 points for the Huskies who won their fifth straight game, all without starting center Donovan Clingan, who remained sidelined with a right foot injury. The Fairfield transfer hit his first four shots and scored Georgetown’s first 10 points, keeping the Hoyas in …

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