UConn is 1-1 in its marquee non-conference games thus far, with missing players having a notable role in both outcomes. Overall, though, Dan Hurley’s squad has looked pretty good.In the latest episode of The UConn Fast Break, Aman, Dan, and Patrick discuss the Huskies’ 5-1 start, including the win over BYU and the loss to Arizona. We also covered the Bryant game on Sunday and previewed upcoming matchups with No. 13 Illinois at MSG and Kansas (RV) in Lawrence.We also discussed the emergence of Eric Reibe, the excellence of Silas Demary Jr., and early criticisms brewing around the roster. Enjoy!Photo: Twitter/X - @UConnMBB This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theuconnfastbreak.substack.com
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Big Days Ahead
UConn men’s basketball is 3-0 after wins over New Haven, UMass Lowell, and Columbia to start the regular season. For the most part, all systems appear to be running smoothly for Dan Hurley’s squad. We’ll see their first big test on Saturday against BYU. After the return of Tarris Reed Jr., the Huskies are still down a couple of guys as they begin a challenging stretch of the season. Despite the 3-0 record, everything hasn’t looked pristine, as one might hope when taking on a brand-new Division 1 team or an Ivy League cellar-dweller. They did put up historic numbers against UMass Lowell — that was fun.In the latest episode of the podcast, Aman, Patrick, and Dan discuss the highlights and strengths from the fellas thus far and preview the BYU matchup. Enjoy!Photo: Twitter/X - @UConnMBB This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theuconnfastbreak.substack.com
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UConn is Good, We Think
After two exhibition games, UConn men’s basketball has demonstrated tantalizing depth and defensive prowess, and we can’t help but feel pretty good about it.In this episode, Aman, Patrick and Dan discuss their reviews of the new People’s Bank Arena and the Huskies’ two preseason performances before previewing the first few games to start the regular season. The 2025-26 campaign begins on Monday night against New Haven in Gampel. They have UMass Lowell in Hartford and Columbia at Gampel on Nov. 7 and 10 before the BYU game in Boston on Nov. 15. Giddyup.Photo: Twitter/X - UConnMBB This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theuconnfastbreak.substack.com
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First Looks at the New Squad
On Monday night, the UConn Huskies played their first of two exhibition games, beating Boston College comfortably, 71-52.In this episode, Aman, Dan, and Patrick discuss their takeaways from the exhibition opener as well as initial thoughts on how the rotation shook out and the recent commitments of Colben Landrew and Junior County.Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theuconnfastbreak.substack.com
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The Non-Con of Your Dreams (if the conference is bad)
In our latest episode of The UConn Fast Break podcast, Aman, Patrick and Dan discuss the latest additions to the roster, highlights from the non-con, and thoughts on the preseason hype around new and returning players for this year’s squad.Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theuconnfastbreak.substack.com
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