No. 5 UConn suffered a rare stumble at home Wednesday night, going cold in the second half of a 91-84 loss to Creighton in a result that snapped the Huskies’ perfect home run in conference play.
UConn’s issues centered on its post-halftime offense, as the Huskies struggled to generate the same rhythm they had earlier in the game. Creighton took advantage, producing enough scoring to keep control down the stretch and close out the upset.
Second-half drought proves costly
After a competitive opening 20 minutes, UConn’s shooting and execution dipped following the break. The Huskies couldn’t consistently convert possessions, and the missed opportunities opened the door for Creighton to build and maintain separation.
Creighton, meanwhile, capitalized on the shift in momentum by continuing to score at a high rate, finishing with 91 points and holding off UConn’s late push.
A notable conference home result
The loss stands as UConn’s first home conference defeat of the season, a significant marker for a team ranked fifth nationally. For Creighton, the win represents a statement road performance against a top-five opponent.