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The drought is over: Cincinnati Bearcats excited to get back on court after 25-day layoff

The drought is over.

Barring something unforeseen happening, which is entirely possible in today's unpredictable COVID-19 world, the University of Cincinnati men's basketball team will play its first game in 25 days on Thursday night at Temple.

"This season is all about not only a season of sacrifice, but also a season of passion for what you do," Cincinnati Head Coach John Brannen said on Wednesday. "Our young men have been – as well as our coaching staff – really excited about getting the opportunity to play again, and it looks like we're going to have that opportunity.