
UConn Holds Off Illinois 71-62 to Reach Third Title Game in Four Seasons
UConn defeated Illinois 71-62 in the Final Four to advance to its third national championship game in four years, extending a dominant March Madness run under Dan Hurley.

UConn defeated Illinois 71-62 in the Final Four to advance to its third national championship game in four years, extending a dominant March Madness run under Dan Hurley.

Connecticut enters the NCAA Tournament as the No. 2 seed in the East, buoyed by a positive injury update for guard Silas Demary Jr. after a Big East Tournament setback.

UConn basketball received a major roster boost as starting point guard Silas Demary Jr. announced his return for the 2026 season, solidifying the Huskies’ backcourt as they pursue another national title.

UConn’s second-half surge powered a 73–57 win over UCLA, sending the Bruins home in the second round for a second consecutive year amid ongoing questions about roster depth and program resources.

The No. 5 UConn Huskies suffered a 91-84 home loss to Creighton, with coach Dan Hurley criticizing his team’s defensive lapses as the key factor.

Former Miami Heat captain Udonis Haslem strongly responded after Draymond Green referenced him while discussing reports involving Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro.