UConn women’s basketball looks to extend its perfect Big East start when the undefeated Huskies travel to Butler on Sunday. The #1 Huskies (12-0 overall, 3-0 Big East) face one of the biggest tests of their conference play yet at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis at 4:00 PM ET.
🔥 Quick Facts
- UConn’s record: 12-0 overall, 3-0 in Big East Conference play heading into Sunday’s matchup
- Butler’s challenge: Sits at 7-6 overall with 1-2 Big East record after recent struggles in conference
- Azzi Fudd leads the way: Averaging 27.9 points per game and just scored 27 against Iowa on December 20
- Game time and location: 4:00 PM ET on December 28, 2025 at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis with broadcast on TNT
UConn’s Undefeated Dominance This Season
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The defending national champions continue their remarkable run undefeated through 12 games. UConn’s perfect record reflects their championship mentality under coach Geno Auriemma. The Huskies just proved their mettle against #11 ranked Iowa, defeating the Hawkeyes 90-64 in the Women’s Champions Classic on December 20. This dominant performance showcased UConn’s complete team basketball and depth on both ends of the floor.
Their Big East start mirrors their overall dominance at 3-0 in conference, positioning them as the clear favorite to win the conference tournament. The Huskies’ ability to control games and limit opponent scoring has been a hallmark of their season so far.
Azzi Fudd and Sarah Strong Leading the Offensive Attack
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Two of the nation’s most dynamic scorers fuel UConn’s offense. Azzi Fudd leads the team at 27.9 scoring average, while her running mate Sarah Strong averages 27.4 points per game. Strong also leads the entire Big East Conference in steals with 3.5 steals per game, showcasing her two-way impact. These two stars combined for 50 points in the Iowa victory, with Fudd’s 27 points and Strong’s 23 points putting on a clinic against one of the nation’s better defenses.
The combination of offensive firepower and defensive versatility from this duo makes UConn nearly impossible to defend. Butler will need to find creative ways to slow down these championship-caliber performers on Sunday afternoon.
Butler’s Rebuild Season and Big East Struggles
| Category | Record |
| Overall Record | 7-6 |
| Big East Record | 1-2 |
| Home/Away | 6-2 Home, 0-3 Away |
| Head Coach | Austin Parkinson (4th year) |
Butler enters Sunday’s contest as a significant underdog in this matchup. The Bulldogs are going through a rebuild season under fourth-year head coach Austin Parkinson, with only one major returning rotation player from last year’s squad. Their 0-3 road record this season highlights struggles away from Hinkle Fieldhouse, making the task against the nation’s top team even more daunting.
However, the Bulldogs do boast a strong 6-2 home record, showing they can compete when playing in front of their home crowd. The Indianapolis atmosphere at Hinkle could provide Butler with a chance to fight in a Big East that features talented programs competing for tournament positioning.
Stakes and Conference Implications for Both Teams
For UConn, this game represents another opportunity to prove they belong among the elite teams in women’s college basketball. Extending their perfect Big East record to 4-0 would further cement their position as conference favorites heading into the crucial part of the season. A win also continues building momentum for a potential deep NCAA tournament run.
Butler, meanwhile, needs a statement victory to inject confidence into their rebuilding campaign. Even without expectations of knocking off the nation’s best team, competing fiercely and keeping the game close could signal progress under Parkinson’s leadership. The Bulldogs will look to their home-court advantage and recent three-game winning streak to carry into Big East play.
Can Butler Pull Off the Upset Against Undefeated UConn?
The talent gap between these programs appears significant on paper. UConn’s combination of elite scorers, championship experience, and defensive intensity presents a challenge most teams cannot overcome. Butler will need extraordinary execution on both ends and possibly perfect play to threaten the Huskies’ bid for nine straight wins.
Yet college basketball has shown all season that on any given Sunday, unexpected results can happen. If Butler can keep the game tight in the final minutes and forces UConn into uncharacteristic turnovers, they might find themselves with an opportunity to shock the basketball world by protecting their home court against the defending champions.
Sources
- ESPN – Live scoreboards and team statistics for UConn and Butler women’s basketball
- Big East Conference – Official conference standings and scheduling information
- University of Connecticut Athletics – UConn women’s basketball roster and game announcements
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