No. 25 UConn Defeats Texas 76-65 as Alex Karaban Shines in Return
Karaban posts 21 points and 11 rebounds in his first game back, helping UConn secure a key road win over Texas.
- Alex Karaban returned to the UConn lineup after a two-game absence due to a concussion, leading the team with 21 points and 11 rebounds.
- UConn improved to 7-3 with its first true road win of the season, defeating Texas 76-65 in Austin.
- Freshman Solo Ball contributed 16 points for UConn, including four three-pointers, while Hassan Diarra added 11 assists.
- Texas freshman Tre Johnson led all scorers with 24 points, but the Longhorns struggled early, making just 31% of their first-half shots.
- UConn dominated in the paint with a 38-18 scoring advantage and recorded 21 assists on 28 made baskets, highlighting their team-oriented play.