“F-k Dan Hurley” – these were the words that reverberated through Omaha just hours ago. With ESPN’s matchup predictor giving Hurley and his Huskies only a 39.6% chance to pull off the upset against the Bluejays, it seemed like a steep hill to climb. But after a brutal, hard-fought slugfest, UConn emerged victorious in a 70-66 thriller. And what was Hurley’s response to the venomous chants? A four-word statement that would be remembered long after the buzzer sounded.
According to a recent post on X by College basketball report “Dan Hurley after getting “F-ck Dan Hurley” chants all night in Omaha: “Bye bye! Two rings! Two rings!””
The Huskies’ victory wasn’t just a statement about Hurley’s resilience—it also highlighted the tenacity of his team. Despite the relentless noise from the Creighton faithful, UConn fought its way back from a 14-point deficit late in the first half. Aided by Liam McNeeley’s season-high 38 points and 10 rebounds, the Huskies snapped Creighton’s nine-game win streak.
Dan Hurley after getting “F*ck Dan Hurley” chants all night in Omaha:
“Bye bye! Two rings! Two rings!”
— College Basketball Report (@CBKReport) February 12, 2025
McNeeley’s return from an eight-game ankle injury was nothing short of legendary, and it served as the catalyst for a UConn team that was hungry for redemption. The freshman’s four 3-pointers after halftime, part of his fourth double-double of the season, were instrumental in keeping UConn alive during a critical stretch of the game.
As the game wound down, UConn’s Alex Karaban made a crucial floater to break a 65-65 tie with 1:44 remaining, ultimately sealing the win for the Huskies. UConn coach Dan Hurley could only smile when he reflected on the upset, his quiet confidence palpable.
“Bye bye! Two rings! Two rings!” Hurley’s words came in sharp contrast to the venomous chants hurled his way earlier in the night. It was more than a clap back—it was a reminder of his previous success. The power of those four words echoed throughout the college basketball world.
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