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Inside Dan Hurley's nightmare trip to Maui: Jet-skiing, luaus, banquets ... and three UConn losses


Published on 2024-11-29 20:35:11 - Terrence Williams, N@N
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  • The UConn men's basketball team traveled to the Maui Invitational as the No. 2 team in the country, but the Huskies could be unranked after three losses.

The article from the New Haven Register discusses UConn men's basketball coach Dan Hurley's perspective on the upcoming Maui Invitational tournament. Hurley expresses excitement about the event, highlighting its prestige and the quality of competition, which includes top-ranked teams like No. 1 Kansas, No. 2 Purdue, and No. 4 Marquette. He views the tournament as a significant opportunity for UConn to measure themselves against elite teams early in the season, especially after their national championship win the previous year. Hurley also mentions the unique challenge of playing in Hawaii, noting the distractions and the need for his team to stay focused. Additionally, he reflects on the team's preparation, the integration of new players, and the expectations following their recent success.

Read the Full New Haven Register Article at:
[ https://www.nhregister.com/sports/uconn-mens-basketball/article/dan-hurley-maui-invitational-uconn-huskies-19948473.php ]
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