Connecticut 103, at Providence 98

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (Interstat) — In a high-octane, overtime thriller that defied pregame projections, the Connecticut Huskies outlasted the Providence Friars 103-98 in a Big East men’s basketball clash Wednesday night at a sold-out Dunkin’ Center. The game, which featured 18 lead changes and 10 ties, was a stark contrast to the expected defensive struggle, with both teams combining for a blistering 32 made 3-pointers and an offensive showcase that saw neither team lead by more than seven points after the opening minutes. Connecticut, which entered as a heavy favorite according to analytics, improved to 15-1 overall and 3-0 in the… Read more...