UConn wins ugly over USC, 61-58

David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports The UConn Huskies remain in the ranks of the unbeaten. The Huskies defeated the USC Trojans in Bubbleville on Thursday night, earning a 61-58 win. The victory pushed the Huskies to 3-0 on the young year, as thus far they’ve passed every test and overcome every obstacle tossed their way.

The two teams ping-ponged their way through much of the first half. UConn would soon go on a run towards the end, but USC closed the gap a bit to make it 39-33 in the Huskies’ favor. UConn eventually built up a lead as large as 53-40 at the 14:23 mark in the second half. From there though, the Trojans chipped and chipped away some more while shots just weren’t falling for the…