The University of Connecticut men’s basketball team opens play in the Maui Invitation against Memphis on Monday afternoon.

The UConn Huskies have suffered back-to-back losses at the Maui International. While head coach Dan Hurley admits that the team’s defense has been “dreadful,” he also pointed out some controversial calls from the officials.

Although the officiating at this year’s Maui Invitational has been sub-par, the UConn Huskies need to learn to defend without fouling, and head coach Dan Hurley

UConn head coach Dan Hurley reacts on the sideline during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Memphis at the Maui Invitational Monday, Nov. 25, 2024, in Lahaina, Hawaii. LAHAINA,