UConn Women’s basketball prepares for Final 2023 Game Against Providence
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Providence, R.I. – The top-ranked UConn women’s basketball team (13-0, 4-0 BIG EAST) concludes its 2023 schedule with a road game against Providence (8-6, 1-2 BIG EAST) on Wednesday at the Amica Mutual Pavilion at 3 p.m. ET. The game will be broadcast on Peacock/NBC Sports Network and can also be heard on the UConn Sports Network from Learfield (FOX sports 97.9).
The Huskies are looking to finish the calendar year undefeated, following a dominant 94-47 victory over Butler last Sunday in Indianapolis.
Recent Performance
UConn’s win against Butler was fueled by strong performances from several players. Sophomore Sarah Strong led the team with 15 points, 6 rebounds, 7 assists, and 3 steals. Graduate student Azzi Fudd contributed 13 points, while freshman Blanca Quiñonez added 12. UConn capitalized on 29 Butler turnovers, converting them into 48 points, and received a significant boost from its bench, which scored 44 points.
Quiñonez Earns weekly Honor
Freshman Blanca Quiñonez was named the BIG EAST Freshman of the Week for the fifth time this season.in the win at Butler, she scored 12 points on efficient 5-7 shooting, adding 3 rebounds and 3 steals. Quiñonez is currently averaging 10.5 points per game while shooting 58.4% from the field, 57.7% from three-point range, and 83.3% from the free-throw line.
National Rankings & Team Stats
UConn currently leads the nation in assists per game, averaging 24.3. The Huskies have recorded 20 or more assists in their last 12 games, showcasing their ball movement and teamwork. Junior KK Arnold ranks second nationally with an impressive assist-to-turnover ratio of 4.69.
Series History
UConn holds a commanding 50-21 all-time record against Providence. The Huskies have won the last 37 meetings between the two teams. Their most recent matchup took place on February 9, 2023, in Providence, resulting in a 77-40 victory for UConn. In that game, graduate student Azzi Fudd led the scoring with 17 points, shooting 5-for-6 from beyond the arc. The Friars will return to Storrs on February 22, 2024, for the second meeting of the season.
Providence Update
Providence is coming off a 96-55 loss to No.3 South Carolina last Sunday. Sabou Gueye currently leads the Friars in scoring, averaging 14.1 points per game. The team is coached by Erin Batth, who is in her third season at the helm.
key Takeaways:
* UConn is 13-0 and undefeated in BIG EAST play.
* Freshman Blanca Quiñonez continues to impress, earning her fifth BIG EAST Freshman of the Week award.
* UConn leads the nation in assists and boasts a strong assist-to-turnover ratio.
* The Huskies have dominated the series against Providence, winning the last 37 matchups.
Looking ahead, UConn will look to continue its winning streak and maintain its position atop the national rankings as they head into the new year and the remainder of the BIG EAST schedule.
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