Dan Hurley Details How UConn Shut Down Illinois' Offense in Final Four
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UConn defeated Illinois 71-62 in the Final Four, with the Huskies' defense playing a key role in shutting down the Illini's top-rated offense. UConn coach Dan Hurley's strategy of letting certain players shoot from the perimeter while focusing on stopping Illinois' isolation scorers paid off, as the Illini shot just 33.9 percent from the field.
UConn beat Illinois 71-62 in the Final Four. The Huskies' defense was key, shutting down the Illini's top-rated offense. UConn coach Dan Hurley's strategy was to let certain players shoot from the perimeter. The Illini shot 33.9 percent from the field and had just three assists. UConn will play for another title on Monday. The Huskies' defense held up in one-on-one situations, limiting Illinois' scorers.
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