UConn men’s basketball’s 2020-2021 season will start with in-state matchup against Central Connecticut at Gampel Pavilion. With no fans in attendance, fewer non-conference games than usual, and the team missing practice time due to a positive COVID-19 test, this season will be one of the most unpredictable years in the history of college basketball. With that in mind, here’s a look at the key storylines surrounding Dan Hurley and the Huskies this year.
COVID-19 and its impact
UConn was already one of a growing number of teams that have had to shut down due to a positive COVID-19 test, but the recent resurgence in cases throughout the entire country has cast a doubt over whether or not this college basketball season can start safely.