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UConn men's basketball tops Syracuse in preseason exhibition game

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Last updated Oct 14, 2026

UConn men's basketball tops Syracuse in preseason exhibition game
Summary

UConn faced Syracuse on October 13, 2026, in a Hall of Fame Exhibition Series game at Mohegan Sun Arena. The Huskies secured a 72-52 victory over the Orange. This match marked UConn's first appearance without key player Alex Karaban. Newcomers Nik Khamenia and Na'jai Hines contributed significantly, scoring 12 and 17 points, respectively. Head coach Dan Hurley expressed the impact of losing Karaban on the team's dynamics and leadership. UConn looks to build on this performance as they prepare for a challenging non-conference schedule ahead.

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  • •UConn wins 72-52 against Syracuse in an exhibition game.
  • •Nik Khamenia and Na'jai Hines lead UConn with 12 and 17 points.
  • •Alex Karaban's absence noted by Coach Hurley as significant.
  • •UConn aims to build on early season performance.
  • •The game is part of the Hall of Fame Exhibition Series.
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  • 2:33 AMYahoo Sports — UConn men's basketball begins life without Alex Karaban. It wasn't pretty: Mike Anthony
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Newcomers Nik Khamenia and Na'jai Hines were impressive in UConn's win over Syracuse.

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