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In this episode of Locked On Uconn, we unpack the thrilling overtime victory over Xavier in the Big East opener. We’ll dive into what the win says about UConn’s resilience and ability to handle pressure situations against a program as storied as Xavier. Was Xavier’s hot shooting a case of great offense or a lapse in UConn’s defense? We’ll debate what went right and what needs improvement moving forward. With special guest host Jeff D Lowe of Surving Barstool and Barstool Sports.
Segments:
• Segment 1: Xavier Aftermath
A breakdown of UConn’s overtime win and what it reveals about the team’s growth and leadership. We’ll analyze standout performances, including Solo Ball’s clutch scoring, and discuss the significance of overcoming adversity in high-stakes games.
• Segment 2: Great Offense or Bad Defense?
Xavier’s NBA-level shooting had everyone talking. Was it simply a shooting clinic, or did UConn leave the door open defensively? We explore both sides of the debate and what adjustments the Huskies can make in future matchups.
• Segment 3: Final Four Contender?
Does this team still look like a Final Four squad despite the ups and downs? We discuss how UConn’s composure and depth could carry them deep into March Madness.
Special Guests:
Jeff D. Lowe from @BarstoolSportsTV joins the show to share his insights on UConn’s season and the Big East landscape.
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15 Comments
Heart attack game! Classic Big East 🏀🏀
UConn up 10 & then down 5. Most teams get demoralized with the way Xavier was shooting, but UConn kept Fighting back ! 👊
Bad D or Good O? It was both. From beyond the 3 point line, Xavier was on fire off of great one on one moves. From 2, it was poor rotations, and Tarris being unable to get back to the paint after trying to blow up ball screens. That lead to multiple layups in the second half.
U CONN SEEMS TO HAVE OVERCOME AN IMAGINED 'STIGMA' ABOUT XAVIER BEING THE LAST ONE TO DEFEAT THEM ON THEIR WINNING STREAK .
THEY SUPPORTEDE EACH OTHER WELL.
I WANTED TO SAY THIS AT THE END OF THE GEMA & GIVE SUPPORTIVE VIEW THAT THEY WILL IMPROVE WITH A PERFORMANCE LIKE THIS SO THAT IT WOULD SINK IN .
The team showed good composure last night. That’s great to see. But, I’m already sick of teams having career shooting nights vs UConn. This is already the 3rd time this season.
We won that game with six points off the bench, our starting center out, and Xavier shooting the lights out. That’s somethin’.
Mahaney transferring too _________in 2025/26?
Thanks for another great video Mark.
That drought started when Mahaney came in for Diarra, so no surprise there. Offense didn't run well. This kid is not a pg, square peg, round hole.
They have to keep up the positive differential on rebounding throughout the season
This young team is taking on the character of this coach. Don't be surprised by anything this team does.
Jeff gets it. He’s spot on with his Hass, Aidan and Singare.
Mahaney has not proven good enough on offense to overcome his lack of defense and strength. He is a liability right now. Not that he can’t get there. Noel is physically ahead and needs play time to really see where and how he can contribute.
i ran last year's Uconn team against this years one in a sim and this current years team wins out against the last years team granted samson johnson is not inured when running the sim
I wonder if it was more agonizing to watch that game live at the XL than to watch it at home. I yelled every time Maddox Jr. came off a screen!