Overview
- Hurley announced the change after UConn’s 72-49 win over Bryant on Sunday.
- He said players will skip turkey on Thursday to prevent tryptophan-related fatigue before the quick turnaround.
- UConn plays Illinois at Madison Square Garden on Friday with tip-off set for 12:30 p.m. ET.
- Coverage describes the meeting as a marquee early-season test between ranked programs.
- The decision reflects Hurley’s exacting preparation style shaped by his back-to-back national titles a couple of seasons ago.