UConn Men's Team Rebounds with Win Over Baylor

The UConn men's basketball team, coached by Dan Hurley, secured a confidence-boosting 76-72 victory over No. 15 Baylor following a disappointing 0-3 performance at the Maui Invitational. Despite missing their leading scorer Alex Karaban due to a concussion, freshman Liam McNeeley significantly contributed with 17 points and strong defense. This win helps UConn, which had fallen from No. 2 to No. 25 in the AP rankings, as they prepare for challenging games against Texas, Gonzaga, and Xavier. Additionally, the UConn women's team achieved a dominant victory over Holy Cross, with freshman Sarah Strong leading the scoring with 22 points. This recent success offers hope for both teams as they aim to improve their standings. UConn's men's team still needs to address defensive weaknesses, especially the loss of Donovan Clingan's rim protection, to meet their preseason aspirations.