Bouknight scores 21 to carry UConn past Georgetown 98-82
STORRS, Conn. -- — James Bouknight had 21 points as UConn got past Georgetown 98-82 on Saturday.
Jalen Gaffney had 15 points for UConn (14-6, 11-6 Big East Conference), which won its fourth consecutive game. Isaiah Whaley and Tyler Polley each had 11 points.
UConn dominated the first half and led 51-24 at the break. The Huskies' 51 first-half points marked a season high for the hosts, while the 58 second-half points for the Hoyas were the best of the season for the visitors.
Jahvon Blair had 22 points for the Hoyas (9-12, 7-9). Qudus Wahab added 16 points and Chudier Bile had 15 points.
The Huskies improve to 2-0 against the Hoyas on the season. UConn defeated Georgetown 70-57 on Feb. 23.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- John Gaffney
- Matt Potter
- Michael Stephens
2024-25 Big East Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. John's | 8-1 | - | 17-3 |
| Marquette | 7-1 | 0.5 | 16-3 |
| UConn | 6-2 | 1.5 | 14-5 |
| Creighton | 6-2 | 1.5 | 13-6 |
| Villanova | 5-4 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Georgetown | 4-4 | 3.5 | 13-6 |
| Xavier | 4-5 | 4 | 12-8 |
| Providence | 3-5 | 4.5 | 9-10 |
| Butler | 1-7 | 6.5 | 8-11 |
| Seton Hall | 1-7 | 6.5 | 6-13 |
| DePaul | 1-8 | 7 | 10-10 |
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