Sat Mar 22 17:00:00 UTC 2025: ## UConn Huskies Begin NCAA Tournament Run Against Arkansas State
**STORRS, CT –** The No. 2 seed UConn Huskies, led by star Paige Bueckers, tip off their NCAA Tournament campaign today against No. 15 Arkansas State. The game, airing on ABC at 1 p.m. ET from Harry A. Gampel Pavilion, marks the start of UConn’s quest for their first national championship since 2016.
Bueckers, averaging 19.1 points, 4.8 assists, and 4.7 rebounds per game, will spearhead a Huskies team boasting a potent offense. Double-digit scorers Sarah Strong and Azzi Fudd provide additional firepower. UConn enters the tournament on a high, having already defeated top-ranked South Carolina this season. However, coach Geno Auriemma acknowledges the unpredictable nature of March Madness. The Huskies haven’t lost in the first weekend of the tournament since 1993 and have reached the Final Four in 16 of the past 17 seasons.
Arkansas State, hoping to upset the powerhouse Huskies, will rely on the scoring contributions of Zyion Shannon, Kennedie Montue, and Crislyn Rose. The Red Wolves face a formidable challenge against a UConn team with a rich history of tournament success.
For those without cable, the game can be streamed on FuboTV, which offers a free trial. (Note: Gambling information and disclaimers have been omitted from this news article as they are not pertinent to the core news event.)
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