
UConn Huskies dominate Georgetown in a wire-to-wire Big East semifinal victory, setting up a blockbuster championship showdown with St. John’s at Madison Square Garden. Can Dan Hurley’s squad secure the crown after Braylon Mullins’ 21-point breakout and Tarris Reed’s all-around impact? The Huskies’ suffocating defense held Georgetown to just 13% from three, while team depth and unselfish play—highlighted by 21 assists—proved decisive as UConn never trailed in the tournament. Matt Schonvisky breaks down key performances, including Silas Demary’s near double-double, the bench spark from Jayden Ross, and the tactical adjustments that kept UConn resilient even with Solo Ball in foul trouble. Insightful postgame audio reveals how Hurley motivates Reid and keeps his team focused on the present. Get the inside track on UConn’s path to the Big East title, locker room mentality, and why this final could be the most electric at MSG since 1996.
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