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Notes & Quotes: Absolutely Crushing Xavier

The Huskies' hot shooting and elite defense paved the way for a blowout win.
By Patrick Martin
January 1, 2026
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The No. 4 UConn men’s basketball team put a bow on 2025 by dispatching Xavier, 90-67, to improve to 13-1 on the season and 3-0 in the Big East. The Huskies are now 6th in KenPom overall efficiency, with the nation’s second-best defense.  

Alex Karaban led UConn with 19 points, seven rebounds, and four assists, going 7/13 from the field and 3/5 from three.

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