UConn Huskies Overcome Providence in 87-84 Win

Dan Hurley's UConn Huskies overcame a 14-point deficit to defeat Providence 87-84, maintaining their unbeaten record in Big East play. Hurley, known for his superstitions, wore a sweater to honor Lou Carnesecca, deviating from his usual game-day attire, which he humorously blamed for UConn's poor first-half performance. The team managed to rally in the second half, led by Hassan Diarra's career-high 19 points, despite the absence of star freshman Liam McNeeley due to injury. McNeeley, a key player expected to miss several weeks, was injured in a previous game against DePaul, prompting Hurley to call on other team members to step up. The win against Providence underscores the Huskies' resilience as they aim for a third consecutive national championship, despite doubts from some analysts regarding their roster's consistency. Hurley emphasized the importance of fan support in the team's future games, especially in McNeeley's absence, as they continue to navigate a competitive Big East schedule.