GAME UPDATE: WKU leads Drake at half

The Hilltoppers went on an 8-1 run to close the half, and lead the Bulldogs, 47-38, at the Drake. Both teams shot unconsciously at times and combined to hit 12 3-pointers. Drake faded badly in the latter part of the half, though, finishing 10-for-27 from the field (37 percent) while WKU shot a blistering 60.6 percent (20-for-33).

But UConn should like what it sees out of either opponent. WKU had no trouble scoring inside against Drake, and the smaller, less athletic Bulldog guards got to the rim often against the WKU defense. Whoever advances, as long as UConn plays straight up on the perimeter (as opposed to funneling into the lane, opening up opportunities for drive-and-kicks), it will give itself a good chance of limiting either free-shooting team. That's just an observation.