UConn's Liam McNeeley Shines in Victory Over No. 8 Gonzaga at Madison Square Garden

Freshman McNeeley scored a career-high 26 points as UConn secured a 77-71 win, marking their third consecutive triumph over high-major opponents.

Liam McNeeley, a true freshman, led UConn with 26 points, 8 rebounds, and 4 assists, stepping up in a high-pressure game at Madison Square Garden.
UConn's 77-71 win over Gonzaga followed earlier victories this week against Baylor and Texas, stabilizing their season after losses at the Maui Invitational.
The Huskies overcame injuries, including starting center Samson Johnson entering concussion protocol, and shooting struggles from key players like Alex Karaban.
Gonzaga struggled offensively in the final minutes, missing key shots and scoring only one field goal in the last 3:25 of the game.
UConn fans dominated the atmosphere at Madison Square Garden, reinforcing the venue's nickname 'Storrs South' due to the Huskies' strong track record there.