Rhode Island and Saint Joseph’s Shine in Thrilling A-10 Matchups
The Atlantic 10 Conference showcased thrilling college basketball matchups this weekend, with Rhode Island defeating Providence 69-63 and Saint Joseph’s claiming an 82-68 victory over La Salle. Sebastian Thomas starred for the Rams, while Xzayvier Brown and Erik Reynolds II led the Hawks. As the season progresses, these wins highlight the competitiveness and talent within the A-10.
No. 9 UConn Overcomes Injury to Edwards, Beats Providence 86-53 in Big East Tournament
No. 9 UConn’s resilience shines through as they overcome injury to star center Aaliyah Edwards and secure an 86-53 victory against Providence in the Big East quarterfinals. Paige Bueckers led the charge with 29 points, supported by freshman KK Arnold, propelling the Huskies to a conference semifinal for the 36th consecutive season. Despite Edwards’ departure due to a facial injury, UConn rallied to outscore Providence 45-18 after her exit, showcasing their unwavering spirit and determination.