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How UConn's defense flipped a switch in win over Villanova

After a disappointing first half, the Huskies dominated defensively after the break.
By Daniel Connolly
March 10, 2025
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When UConn fell behind Villanova in the second quarter, it certainly wasn’t the offense’s fault. To that point, the Huskies were shooting 13-22 from the field and had only turned the ball over twice. 

Instead, the defense was the culprit. While UConn limited Villanova to a 3-13 start from the field, it switched off after that. The Wildcats connected on four straight makes in the first and then hit 5-8 to start the second.

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