Cole, UConn visit Georgetown
Two senior guards will be on display as R.J. Cole and UConn will go up against Jahvon Blair and GeorgetownFEBRUARY 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
2UCONN HUSKIES 4-3 · 10TH IN BIG EAST
4-3 · 10TH IN BIG EAST
Double-doubles against Villanova Bouknight had 21 points (7-17 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 4-8 FT) and 10 rebounds across 36 minutes in his first start since Jan. 5 on Saturday against Villanova.
Impact Bouknight made his return against Providence earlier this week but was held to just 24 minutes in a bench role. He was back to his regular self Saturday and looks to be set to lead the Huskies in their quest for a NCAA Tournament berth. Bouknight should certainly be scooped up where any impatient fantasy players may have dropped him, as he'll likely serve as UConn's scoring and usage leader the rest of the way out.
FEBRUARY 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Turns in 25 minutes Polley had three points (1-3 FG, 1-3 3Pt), two rebounds and an assist across 25 minutes off the bench in Saturday's loss to Villanova.
Impact Polley had been dealing with some knee trouble going into this contest, but the fact he still served as the leading reserve suggests the senior should be good to go down the stretch. Currently 7-6 in Big East play, the Huskies sit firmly on the bubble with respect to their spot in the NCAA Tournament.
FEBRUARY 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Villanova’s defense comes to the front in a 68-60 victory over Connecticut The Wildcats defense, which had ranked near the bottom in the Big East, established season lows for field-goal percentage defense and three-...
FEBRUARY 20, 2021 • INQUIRER.COM
Late removal from starting five Jackson is no longer included in UConn's listed starting five for Saturday's game against Villanova, Charlotte Carroll of The Athletic reports.
Impact Jackson was among the initially posted starters for the contest, which was a bit surprising given James Bouknight's participation level in his first game back. It shouldn't come as a surprise, then, that the change has now been made, and Jackson is set to return to a bench role for the Huskies after a pair of starts. He could still be in line for double-digit minutes off the bench, however.
FEBRUARY 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Starting against Villanova Bouknight is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Villanova, according to Charlotte Carroll of The Athletic.
Impact Bouknight moves to the starting five for the first time since Jan. 5, and he is coming off a strong 18-point performance off the bench in the Huskies' last game. Bouknight is averaging 20.3 points as a starter and his presence should provide a huge boost for the Huskies' backcourt on offense.
FEBRUARY 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Will return Saturday Polley (knee) will be available for Saturday's game against Villanova, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.
Impact Polley won't miss time due to his knee problem and is expected to be available for Saturday's matchup against Villanova, though it remains to be seen whether he'd start or not. He's made just three starts all season long but his best performances have come off the bench -- he is averaging 8.9 points per game as a second-unit member while scoring just 6.3 points per tilt as a starter.
FEBRUARY 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Bracketology: DeCourcy says Big Ten is set to rule the NCAA Tournament
In his latest projections, Mike DeCourcy has a Big Ten-heavy NCAA field, including top seeds Michigan and Ohio State.FEBRUARY 20, 2021
Game-time decision with positive outlook Polley is considered a game-time decision for Saturday's contest against Villanova due to a knee injury, but head coach Bobby Hurley admitted he's "probably more likely to be able...
Impact Polley's status will still be worth monitoring, but he seems to be in a good spot as far as his chances go of taking the floor in the contest. The senior enters Saturday posting 8.4 points and 2.2 boards per game over 21.0 minutes per contest on the year.
FEBRUARY 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
UConn faces tough test vs No. 10 Nova
No. 10 Villanova presents a tough challenge for UConnFEBRUARY 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Thomas leads Sacred Heart over Central Connecticut 82-70
Tyler Thomas had 18 points and eight rebounds as Sacred Heart defeated Central Connecticut 82-70FEBRUARY 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
'The best feeling': James Bouknight returns and ignites UConn When James Bouknight came off the UConn bench in the first half, he made an impact right from the first defensive possession.
FEBRUARY 17, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
'The best feeling': James Bouknight returns for UConn When James Bouknight entered with 14:41 left in the first half, he quickly started making an impact from his first defensive possession
FEBRUARY 17, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Bouknight scores 18 to carry UConn over Providence 73-61 STORRS, Conn. (AP) — James Bouknight and Tyrese Martin each scored 18 points to lead UConn to a 73-61 win over Providence on Tuesday night.
FEBRUARY 17, 2021 • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM
Bouknight scores 18 to carry UConn over Providence 73-61 James Bouknight and Tyrese Martin each scored 18 points to lead UConn to a 73-61 win over Providence on Tuesday night.
FEBRUARY 17, 2021 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM
Bouknight scores 18 to carry UConn over Providence 73-61
James Bouknight and Tyrese Martin each scored 18 points to lead UConn to a 73-61 win over ProvidenceFEBRUARY 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Continues cold form in win Jackson finished with two points (1-2 FG) and three rebounds through 21 minutes in the 73-61 win against Providence on Tuesday.
Impact Jackson has yet to find any sort of success since he started the season. The forward struggled to start the season and was then sidelined for a handful of matches due to a wrist injury and has not produced since his return. Jackson has not hit double-digits in any category yet and has not been efficient either. Until he can find success and consistency, he is to be passed for other options.
FEBRUARY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Co-leads team from bench Bouknight posted (7-13 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 4-5 FT), four rebounds, two assists and two steals during 25 minutes in the 73-61 win over Providence on Tuesday.
Impact Bouknight had one of us best well-rounded performances in the win Tuesday. The guard started the season strong and then injured his elbow. However, in his first return he picked up his form again, as if he had never lost time. Bouknight also produced in every category and was rather efficient from the floor. As he starts getting his feet wet again, monitor his possible return to the starting rotation.
FEBRUARY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Bench role in return Bouknight will appear off the bench Tuesday versus Providence, Neill Ostrout of the Manchester Journal Inquirer reports.
Impact Bouknight may have to wait a bit longer for his return to action, but the star guard, who has averaged north of 20 points per game this season, will have to wait his turn and could be slotted for a slightly smaller role than usual following an extended absence. Andre Jackson will hold on to the starting role Tuesday but will likely cede it in the near future.
FEBRUARY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Retakes starting spot Cole will start Wednesday's game against Providence, Neill Ostrout of the Manchester Journal Inquirer reports.
Impact Cole responded to moving to the bench over the last two games with a combined 38 points and 13 assists, earning him his starting job back. He should log 30-plus minutes again Tuesday but will have more offensive mouths to contend with moving forward with James Bouknight set to return Tuesday.
FEBRUARY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Not starting Tuesday Gaffney isn't among the starters for Tuesday's game against Providence, Neill Ostrout of the Manchester Journal Inquirer reports.
Impact Gaffney made just his second start of the season Saturday but will return to a bench role, with R.J. Cole retaking the starting duties following a dominant showing against Xavier. Gaffney's role could also be slightly reduced by the return of James Bouknight following his eight-game absence.
FEBRUARY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Cleared for basketball activities, available Wednesday Bouknight (elbow) has been cleared for all basketball activities, David Borges of Hearst Connecticut Media reports. Per Adam Zagoria of ZagsBlog.com, he's available to take on Prov...
Impact Bouknight has missed the last eight games with an elbow injury. The Huskies will take on Providence on Tuesday, and will presumably have him in uniform for the first time since Jan. 5. The star guard has been practicing of late, but it's quite possible he will be facing limited minutes initially. Bouknight is averaging 20.3 points per game this season.
FEBRUARY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
UConn hopes R.J. Cole maintains hot hand vs. Providence For a few weeks, Connecticut coach Danny Hurley was hoping R.J. Cole would provide some of the offense his team was missing in the absence of leading scorer
FEBRUARY 16, 2021 • SI.COM
Providence looks to sweep UConn
Providence goes for the season sweep over UConn after winning the previous matchup in ProvidenceFEBRUARY 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
