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UConn Legend Entering Huskies of Honor
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sports34m ago

UConn Legend Entering Huskies of Honor

https://www.si.com/college/uconn/basketball/uconn-huskies-hasheem-thabeet-huskies-honor
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  • Hasheem Thabeet will be inducted into UConn's Huskies of Honor on Feb. 14 during halftime against Georgetown at Gampel Pavilion.
  • Thabeet is the 24th individual player to be honored, joining a select list that includes teams, an administrator, and coaches.
  • Thabeet was a two-time National Defensive Player of the Year and was central to UConn's 2009 Final Four run.
  • The ceremony recognizes Thabeet's journey from Tanzania to UConn and his standout college career.
  • Thabeet was the second overall pick in the 2009 NBA Draft by the Oklahoma City Thunder.
  • After the NBA, Thabeet spent the bulk of his professional career overseas, including playing for Dar Basketball Club in Tanzania.
  • The announcement situates Thabeet among UConn legends and reinforces the program's history of elite defense and success.
  • UConn's Huskies of Honor ceremony is scheduled for mid-February at the Gampel Pavilion in Storrs, Conn.
  • The feature emphasizes Thabeet's impact as a freshman through his senior season, including a double-double and shot-blocking prowess.
  • Thabeet's UConn career concluded with 99 starts in 100 appearances and strong per-game averages.
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UConn women’s basketball rules six players out against Xavier
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sports1d ago

UConn women’s basketball rules six players out against Xavier

https://www.theuconnblog.com/uconn-huskies-womens-basketball/56103/uconn-womens-basketball-rules-six-players-out-against-xavierhttps://www.on3.com/sites/uconn-report/news/takeaways-from-uconn-womens-hoops-limited-roster-victory/
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  • UConn will again face Xavier with a limited roster, using nine available players due to multiple injuries and absences.
  • Several Huskies were newly listed as unavailable, including Serah Williams (ankle) and Blanca Quinonez (shoulder), signaling broader depth concerns.
  • Geno Auriemma noted that Williams left Seton Hall with a possible calf issue, leaving uncertainty about whether the ankle problem is related.
  • Quinonez had missed early games with a shoulder injury, while Ducharme sat out several games for a shoulder issue and illness, widening the lineup gaps.
  • Gandy Malou-Mamel has appeared sparingly this season, with only two games and no action since November, limiting frontcourt options.
  • Long-term injuries continue to sap rotation depth, with Brady and Cheli unavailable for the foreseeable future.
  • With Williams out, UConn is compelled to deploy a different starting lineup for the second time this season.
  • Tip-off is set for 8 p.m. ET at Gampel Pavilion, and all action will be streamed on Peacock.
  • Aaliyah Edwards is slated to be inducted into the Huskies of Honor during the game, adding a ceremonial highlight to the matchup.
  • The updated roster status underscores ongoing turnover in availability as the Huskies chase consistency amid injuries and absences.
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Ziebell buries ten threes, Edwards enters Huskies of Honor as No. 1 UConn Women’s Hoops down Xavier
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sports18h ago

Ziebell buries ten threes, Edwards enters Huskies of Honor as No. 1 UConn Women’s Hoops down Xavier

https://www.on3.com/sites/uconn-report/news/ziebell-buries-ten-threes-edwards-enters-huskies-of-honor-as-no-1-uconn-womens-hoops-down-xavier/https://www.nbcsports.com/womens-college-basketball/news/ziebell-leads-uconn-to-50th-consecutive-big-east-regular-season-victory-beating-xavier-97-39https://apnews.com/article/uconn-xavier-basketball-score-0db4b9bbd484b5e8a89bc248884507a0
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  • Allie Ziebell buried a program-record-tying 10 three-pointers to lead UConn to a 97-39 win, her 34 points tying a career high.
  • The 50th straight Big East regular-season win underscores UConn's sustained league dominance this season.
  • Sarah Strong contributed 25 points, with 19 coming in the first half to help build a commanding halftime margin.
  • Xavier briefly led early as UConn misfired from deep, marking the only early spark for the Musketeers before UConn surged ahead.
  • Ziebell's four 3-pointers in the second quarter helped push UConn to a 43-24 halftime lead and momentum for the second half.
  • UConn played without starting center Serah Williams and freshman Blanca Quinonez, still showing depth as it readies for upcoming tests.
  • The game fits into UConn's ongoing narrative of Big East supremacy and continued conference dominance this season.
  • The Xavier game continued UConn's trend of strong second-half runs, extending the lead with bursts across multiple quarters.
  • The NBC Sports recap emphasizes Ziebell's milestone night within UConn's broader season milestones and success.
  • Up next, Xavier hosts Butler while UConn prepares to host No. 15 Tennessee, signaling ongoing non-conference and Big East tests.
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Analyzing Spartans' NCAA Standing Ahead of Penn State Series
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sports8h ago

Analyzing Spartans' NCAA Standing Ahead of Penn State Series

https://www.si.com/college/michiganstate/spartans-analyzing-ncaa-standing-penn-state-series
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  • MSU sits in strong NCAA Tournament position with a likely at-large bid based on the NCAA Percentage Index.
  • Projectors see MSU facing either Connecticut or Providence in the NCAA bracket if they advance.
  • MSU would likely open the NCAA Tournament against 15th-ranked Connecticut if they keep current form.
  • Possible regional path includes facing No. 7 Providence or No. 11 St. Thomas in later rounds.
  • USCHO projections place MSU in Worcester region with potential venues like DCU Center considered.
  • The Frozen Four could be held in Las Vegas at the T-Mobile Center, 17,500 capacity.
  • MSU is currently third in the Big Ten standings with 30 points in 14 games.
  • MSU will face Penn State on the road in a two-game series, a key test in the chase for first.
  • Saturday's Beaver Stadium game is expected to draw the season's largest crowd for MSU hockey.
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Candace Parker Puts Dislike Aside in Picking Geno Auriemma
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sports8h ago

Candace Parker Puts Dislike Aside in Picking Geno Auriemma

https://www.si.com/onsi/womens-fastbreak/news/candace-parker-puts-dislike-aside-in-picking-geno-auriemma-01kg504z6ms1
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  • Parker named Geno Auriemma the current greatest coach, citing his team’s performance by championships.
  • Parker acknowledged a history with Auriemma but said dislike should not cloud judgment on coaching quality.
  • The remarks followed a post Moves podcast segment where Parker answered viewer questions about coaches.
  • Parker pointed out the broader need for women in sports to accept differing opinions without it becoming a big deal.
  • Parker referenced past tension over Team USA selection and Olympic roster decisions with Auriemma.
  • The exchange included social media clips and reactions sharing Parker's candid take.
  • Parker emphasized judging coaching by performance rather than personal history in sports.
  • The piece notes Parker's Tennessee roots and Auriemma's UConn ties as background context.
  • The article includes a retrospective on past Parker comments about not fitting the Olympic roster in 2016.
  • The piece underscores Parker's stance on recognizing excellence despite personal friction.
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Villanova hosts Providence after Jones' 20-point game
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sports6h ago

Villanova hosts Providence after Jones' 20-point game

https://apnews.com/article/villanova-wildcats-providence-friars-college-basketball-mens-college-basketball-college-sports-7b60091c851b44f4b1813f65119ba525
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  • Providence visits Villanova after Jamier Jones scored 20 points in the Friars’ 87-81 loss to UConn, aiming to rebound in Big East play.
  • Villanova carries an 8-2 home record this season as it hosts the Friars Friday night in Big East play.
  • Providence struggles in conference play, entering as a 2-8 against Big East opponents this season.
  • Jason Edwards leads Providence with 17.2 points per game, providing scoring for the Friars.
  • Bryce Lindsay tops Villanova with 14.2 points per game, supporting a balanced offense.
  • Villanova’s rebounding pace is strong, averaging about 31.9 boards per game this season.
  • Providence scores at a higher pace (88.8 ppg) than Villanova allows (69.0 ppg) this season.
  • The teams meet in conference play for the first time this season, adding significance to the rivalry.
  • Last 10 games show Villanova averaging 74.4 ppg with strong rebounding and defense against Providence's 87.4 ppg in that span.
  • AP provided the game story with Data Skrive and Sportradar data integration.
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UConn Reveals Return Timelines for Two Sidelined Players
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sports4h ago

UConn Reveals Return Timelines for Two Sidelined Players

https://www.si.com/college/uconn/basketball/uconn-huskies-reveal-return-timelines-two-sidelined-players
Si.com
  • UConn provides return timelines for Blanca Quiñonez and Serah Williams after the Xavier game, keeping the Huskies at 22–0.
  • Quiñonez missed the Xavier game due to a shoulder flare-up but is expected to return soon, possibly within days.
  • Williams sat out with an ankle issue but hopes to play soon after limping off earlier in the Seton Hall game.
  • Auriemma anticipates Williams’ return in time for UConn’s rivalry game with Tennessee and other upcoming Big East foes.
  • Quiñonez has been a key bench contributor this season, earning Big East Freshman of the Week honors seven times and averaging 10.7 points in under 20 minutes.
  • The article notes the upcoming schedule includes a longstanding rivalry with the Tennessee Volunteers after the Xavier game.
  • UConn’s upcoming schedule after the rivalry includes Butler, Creighton, Marquette, and St. John’s as part of a demanding stretch.
  • Geno Auriemma’s comments highlight the non-long-term nature of Quiñonez’s shoulder issue and the potential short recovery window.
  • Serah Williams has been a starting contributor this season, averaging 7.4 points and 4.9 rebounds per game in 21 appearances.
  • The article contextualizes the injury updates within UConn’s broader title pursuit and program continuity.
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