In American Athletic Conference men's basketball action on Sunday (Feb. 9), all three home teams were victorious, including Houston, who moved into first place with a win over Wichita State.
UConn 72, Cincinnati 71 (OT) - Box Score
STORRS, Conn. (AP) -- Freshman James Bouknight scored 23 points, including two key free throws in overtime, as UConn upset Cincinnati, 72-71, in the American Athletic Conference on Sunday.
Christian Vital added 19 points for the Huskies (13-10, 4-6 American), who had lost eight games this season by seven points or fewer.
Cincinnati's Jarron Cumberland's jump shot attempt at the buzzer was waved off and he did not get a foul call, despite contact from UConn's Christian Vital.