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Mullins Secures Victory
Braylon Mullins hit a clutch 3-pointer with 52 seconds remaining to secure a 71-62 victory for UConn over Illinois.
“Mullins stepped up to the 3-point line late in the game and launched a shot that sealed UConn's victory”
Mullins finished with 15 points, while Tarris Reed Jr. had a 17-point, 11-rebound double-double.
Illinois freshman Keaton Wagler led his team with 20 points and eight rebounds.
UConn held Illinois to 35% shooting and just three assists on the night.
Defensive Masterclass
UConn's victory was built on a defensive masterclass by Coach Dan Hurley's squad.
Illinois was held to their second-lowest scoring output of the season and just 23% shooting from three-point range.
The Illini were limited to only three assists, far below their season average of 14.5.
UConn made just 34% of their two-point attempts.
Rising UConn Dynasty
The win sends UConn to the national championship game for the third time in four years.
“UConn will face Arizona or Michigan as it seeks its seventh title”
Hurley said, You're set up for success at UConn with incredible coaches before me.
The Huskies have now won 19 straight games in the Sweet 16 or later rounds.
Hurley was booed by Illinois fans after the game.
