STORRS, CT — The No. 6 UConn men’s basketball team returns to Gampel Pavilion this evening, February 14, 2026, for a high-stakes Big East showdown against the Georgetown Hoyas. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. ET as Dan Hurley’s squad looks to solidify its standing at the top of the conference rankings.
The Huskies (23-2, 13-1 BIG EAST) enter Saturday’s contest as one of the most dominant forces in college basketball. Despite a slight slip to No. 6 in the latest AP Poll following a recent road challenge, UConn remains the favorite to clinch the Big East regular-season title. The team is currently coming off a string of impressive performances, including a dominant 32-point victory over Xavier and a hard-fought 80-70 win against Butler.
Chasing History: The Quest for a Three-Peat
UConn is currently in the midst of a historic era. After winning back-to-back national championships in 2023 and 2024—becoming only the third program since 1973 to achieve the feat—the Huskies are aiming for an unprecedented “three-peat” in the 2026 NCAA Tournament. With six national titles already in the trophy case (1999, 2004, 2011, 2014, 2023, and 2024), UConn is tied for the third-most championships in D1 men’s basketball history.
Key Matchup: Georgetown vs. No. 6 UConn
Tonight’s opponent, Georgetown (13-11, 5-8 BIG EAST), arrives in Storrs looking to play spoiler. The Hoyas are led by Malik Mack, who is coming off a stellar 21-point performance. While UConn’s offensive efficiency saw a slight dip during their mid-January visit to Georgetown, the Huskies’ roster construction under Dan Hurley has proven resilient.
Star forward Alex Karaban continues to be the focal point for the Huskies, providing veteran leadership and elite floor spacing. Analysts point to UConn’s superior offensive and defensive rankings as the deciding factor for tonight’s game, though some critics have voiced concerns regarding frontcourt depth heading into the postseason.
Game Information
- Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026
- Time: 8:00 p.m. ET
- Location: Gampel Pavilion, Storrs, CT
- TV/Radio: UConn Sports Network / Local Broadcast
- Current Record: 23-2 (13-1 Big East)
As the road to March Madness intensifies, every conference game carries significant weight for seeding. Current bracketology reports suggest UConn is firmly in the hunt for a No. 1 seed in the East Region, battling alongside programs like Duke for the top spot. Following tonight’s game, the Huskies will prepare for a grueling final stretch of the regular season before heading to Madison Square Garden for the Big East Tournament.