UConn's NCAA Three-Peat Bid Ends in 77-75 Loss to Florida

The UConn Huskies' quest for a historic three-peat in March Madness ended with a narrow 77-75 loss to the No. 1 seed Florida Gators in the second round of the NCAA Tournament. UConn was competitive throughout the game, leading at times and tying the score late in the fourth quarter, but Florida's late-game execution helped secure their victory. This defeat marks the end of UConn's 13-game winning streak in the tournament, following back-to-back championships in 2023 and 2024. Florida, advancing to the Sweet 16 for the first time since 2017, will face either Colorado State or Maryland next. UConn's loss leaves all five Big East teams eliminated from the tournament, and the team will face significant changes with multiple players expected to graduate or enter the NBA Draft. The Gators' coach praised his team's resilience in overcoming a slow start to secure the win.