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Newton, the Final Four MOP, has the opposite demeanor of his coach. But they learned that they both have burning desires to win.

GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Zach Edey kept a stoic expression as he descended the steps from the court to leave UConn’s championship celebration behind. It was the start of a long walk, and Edey seemed determined to keep his composure even as there were glimpses of the emotions teeming within. He briefly put both hands […]

UConn Huskies forward Alex Karaban didn't put up big numbers in Monday night's NCAA championship game against Purdue, but the sophomore from Southboro did what he does best: A whole lot of everything.

Purdue University center Zach Edey kept a stoic expression as he descended the steps from the court to leave UConn's celebration behind.

Dan Hurley and assistant coach Luke Murray devised an offense heavy on off-ball screening and cuts, and it may lead to back-to-back titles.

GLENDALE, Ariz. — Tristen Netwon waited for the ball screen up top, then hit cutting big man Donovan Clingan down the lane for an emphatic dunk. The Connecticut bench exploded.Although it took longer than usual, the Huskies pulled away from Alabama on Saturday night to post an 86-72 win at State Farm Stadium.Entering Saturday, the Huskies had not been challenged in this tournament. They’d had beaten Stetson, Northwestern, San Diego State and Illinois by an average of 27.8 points. Their only ...

GLENDALE, Ariz. -- You wanted it. You got it. UConn's 7-2 sophomore Donovan Clingan v Purdue's 7-4 senior Zach Edey, Monday night for the NCAA championship. both should go in first round. Question: Could Clingan be the first pick in the NBA draft? there were moments in the second half of huskies' win over Alabama…

GLENDALE, Ariz. — Zach Edey still seethes as he tells the story of how little he was recruited during high school. He was an afterthought even though he played for one of the nation's most high-profile prep school programs.

UConn is the favorite, but Zach Edey could be the great equalizer ... if Donovan Clingan doesn't shut him down.

Pro bettors give out their best bets between Zach Edey's Purdue team and UConn.