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Seton Hall crushes refs after controversial officiating in crushing loss to UConn: ‘Making me more sick’
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- Holloway, who battled the flu, criticized the officiating after Seton Hall’s near-upset in a 71-67 loss at UConn, calling the situation 'crazy' and highlighting the disparity in free throws in the second half.
- The second-half free-throw gap loomed large as UConn outscored Seton Hall at the line 21 to 2, helping seal the Huskies’ win in Storrs.
- Seton Hall led by as many as eight after halftime and still sat ahead by one with 53 seconds remaining before late whistles shifted momentum.
- UConn’s Alex Karaban scored 23 points, the Huskies’ lone breakout performance amid Seton Hall’s defensive pressure.
- A.J. Staton-McCray delivered 20 points to pace Seton Hall’s offense in a gritty road performance.
- Najai Hines anchored Seton Hall with 11 rebounds and 11 points, and three blocks, matching UConn’s inside pressure.
- Seton Hall’s defense is described as elite, with potential for a Big East run if offense improves shooting efficiency.
- Holloway’s illness limited prep time, but he credited his players for competing in a hostile environment at UConn.
- Seton Hall’s next challenge is a pivotal test at Xavier, a game that could influence seeding and a potential bye in the Big East tournament.
- The loss extends Seton Hall’s winless record at UConn with fans in attendance since 1997, underscoring a tough road performance in Storrs.
- The article frames Seton Hall’s potential for a Big East run around improving shot selection and maintaining rugged defense into March.
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