The game remained competitive early, with DePaul closing the gap to 23-20 in the second quarter. However, UConn responded with a 17-4 run to seize control by halftime. The Huskies’ outside shooting played a key role, as they shot 54.5% (12-for-22) from beyond the arc, with Chen going 3-for-3 and Fudd 4-for-7.

UConn superstar Paige Bueckers is hoping to win a national championship during her final basketball season with the Huskies before heading to this year's WNBA Draft

UConn Huskies superstar Paige Bueckers noted how the work she has put in that nobody sees has propelled her to 2,000 career points.