UConn Hosts Baylor in Key 12-Big East Matchup
The Huskies aim to recover from a rocky start as they face the Bears, who are playing their first true road game of the season.
- UConn, ranked No. 25, looks to build momentum after snapping a three-game losing streak with a 99-45 win over Maryland Eastern Shore.
- Baylor, ranked No. 15, enters the game with a 5-2 record but faces its first true road test of the season in Storrs, Connecticut.
- The Huskies are without Alex Karaban, their second-leading scorer, who remains sidelined with a concussion sustained during the Maui Invitational.
- Both teams are navigating challenging schedules, with UConn preparing for games against Texas and Gonzaga following this matchup.
- Coach Dan Hurley's sideline demeanor has drawn scrutiny, with critics debating its impact on UConn’s performance and officiating dynamics.