UConn Coach Dan Hurley Faces Criticism After Heated Victory Over Creighton

Hurley defends his record following a dramatic comeback win, as fans and critics debate his on-court demeanor.

UConn defeated No. 24 Creighton 70-66, overcoming a 14-point deficit and snapping Creighton’s nine-game winning streak.
Coach Dan Hurley responded to hostile chants from Creighton fans with a defiant “Bye-bye! Two rings! Two rings!” referencing his back-to-back NCAA championships.
Critics and fans on social media have called Hurley’s behavior unsportsmanlike, while others defended his competitive spirit and coaching success.
The victory helped UConn avoid back-to-back losses for the first time since November and maintain their footing in the Big East standings.
Hurley’s leadership remains polarizing as UConn navigates a challenging season, including a recent drop out of the AP Poll for the first time in over two years.