Having lost four of their last five games, UConn has to face their toughest conference opponent of the season this afternoon as Cincinnati comes to Storrs for a nationally-televised noon game.
Cincinnati is 20-2, undefeated in conference play and hasn’t lost a game since Dec. 9. Their defense is either the best or second-best in the country, depending on how you feel about Virginia, and their offense is pretty solid too. Mick Cronin’s team has made the NCAA Tournament in seven-straight seasons, and they’re essentially a lock to make the field this year too.
The Bearcats’ identity is built around tough, high-motor, physical play.