ncaab Game Recap
Providence Friars vs Connecticut Huskies Wrap - Connecticut Wins 87-69
Connecticut got 20 points from Jordan Hawkins as they ran past Providence 87-69 on Wednesday at Harry A. Gampel Pavilion.
Connecticut won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -7.5-point spread as favorites.
Alex Karaban had 16 points for Connecticut and Adama Sanogo chipped in with 16 points. Tristen Newton had 7 assists for them, while Alex Karaban was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
Providence got 16 points from Bryce Hopkins in a losing cause and another 14 points from Jared Bynum. Jared Bynum contributed 2 assists for them, while Ed Croswell had 5 rebounds.
Connecticut led at halftime, $HalfScore.
The rebound battle favored Connecticut as they grabbed 38 boards, while Providence only had 19
Next game, Connecticut takes its act on the road to face St. John's looking for another win. For Providence, they head on the road to face Georgetown University.