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  • UConn Over Florida – Not That Much of an Upset

    UConn Over Florida – Not That Much of an Upset

    For the second time this season the Connecticut Huskies beat the Florida Gators. The first time it was a Shabazz Napier buzzer beater, and this time it was exceptional defense from the senior, a huge game from DeAndre Daniels and the much bigger stage of a convincing 63-53 win in the NCAA Tournament’s national semifinal.

  • UConn Over Michigan State – Better Than Anyone Expected

    UConn Over Michigan State – Better Than Anyone Expected

    The story of the UConn this season is a remarkable one, which begins with head coach Kevin Ollie and the fantastic job he’s done since taking over last year, and leaders like Shabazz Napier, with a chance to win a second national title becoming reality after leading his team to a 60-54 win over Michigan State.

  • UConn Over Iowa State – Shooting Makes All the Difference

    UConn Over Iowa State – Shooting Makes All the Difference

    The Sweet Sixteen game between UConn and Iowa State was going to be the highest scoring encounter of the stage and didn’t disappoint, but having more balance, with DeAndre Daniels, Shabazz Napier and Ryan Boatright, proved to be more important than one star doing all the work, as the Huskies moved into the Elite Eight with a 81-76 win.

  • UConn Huskies – Shabazz Napier Needs to Thank DeAndre Daniels

    UConn Huskies – Shabazz Napier Needs to Thank DeAndre Daniels

    Obviously, Shabazz Napier, maybe the best senior left in College Basketball, got most of the praise for leading Connecticut to a 65-64 win over Florida, remaining undefeated in a slightly surprising start to the season. However, his buzzer beating shot wouldn’t have been possible if it wasn’t for DeAndre Daniels saving the day and tipping the ball his way.