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Butler coach Thad Matta made much-needed adjustments to the Dawgs' schemes, sparking upset win over Seton Hall and possibly saving the team's season.
Bryce McCray scored 12 points and had three rebounds for Seton Hall Prep, No. 13 in the NJ.com Top 20, in its 60-38 victory against Delbarton in the Dennis Gregory Memorial Classic hosted at the Panzer Athletic Center at Montclair State University.
The Huskies' victory marked the first time in 58 months — since March 3, 2021 — that Connecticut beat SHU on the road. And it did it in escape-route fashion in the final minute. UConn point guard Silas Demary Jr. sank two foul shots with less than 30 seconds remaining to put the Huskies up 67-64. The Rock was thumping.
The Bulldogs survived a long lull of offense early and managed to win on the road in the Big East. Here's what stood out:
UConn basketball coach Dan Hurley praised Seton Hall after the Huskies survived a narrow road win that nearly became a statement upset.
UConn was led by Tarris Reed Jr.’s 21 points and nine rebounds, while senior Alex Karaban helped cross the win off his “checklist,” adding 13 points and five rebounds.
Tarris Reed Jr. scored 21 points and Silas Demary Jr. made four free throws in the last 29 seconds as No. 3 UConn extended its winning streak to 13 games with a 69-64 win over No. 25 Seton Hall
Here's everything you need to know about Seton Hall vs. UConn, including TV channel and streaming options for the men's college basketball game.