UConn Hosts Columbia in Campus Matchup This Monday

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UConn Hosts Columbia in Campus Matchup This Monday

The UConn men’s basketball team, ranked fourth, will take on Columbia in a highly anticipated matchup on Monday night. The game will take place at Gampel Pavilion and is scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m. The match will be broadcasted on FS1 with commentators Dave Sims and Donny Marshall.

Historic Rivalry Overview

This game marks the twelfth encounter between UConn and Columbia since their first meeting on January 14, 1953. Historically, UConn has claimed victory in nine of these matchups, with Columbia winning only two. The last face-off was in 2017, where UConn triumphed in overtime with a score of 77-73.

Recent Performance Insights

UConn is coming off a record-breaking performance, having defeated UMass Lowell 110-47. This victory was characterized by a staggering 44-3 lead early in the game, setting a new program record for halftime advantage at 47 points. Tarris Reed Jr. starred with a double-double, scoring 20 points and grabbing 12 rebounds in just 17 minutes of play.

Columbia’s Season Opener

Columbia, under new head coach Kevin Hovde, began the season with a 71-53 win against New Haven. Kenny Noland was the standout player, contributing 14 points, as the Lions managed to shoot 55.1% from the field and 50% from three-point range.

Looking Ahead

Following the game against Columbia, UConn will continue its challenging non-conference schedule with an upcoming clash against No. 8 BYU in the Hall of Fame Series on Saturday, November 15.