UConn Rests Star Sarah Strong in Precautionary Move, Rolls to 41st Straight Win

Coach Geno Auriemma called it precautionary after she reported tightness.

Overview

Sarah Strong sat out against Butler for rest due to tightness, with Auriemma noting she could have played if necessary as a form of load management.
Her absence ended a run of 64 consecutive starts to begin her UConn career.
Top-ranked UConn beat Butler 80-48 for its 41st straight victory to improve to 25-0.
Allie Ziebell started in Strong’s place and posted 11 points and four steals, while Azzi Fudd led with 17 points.
Blanca Quiñonez (shoulder) and Caroline Ducharme (migraine) remained out as Morgan Cheli (ankle) and Ice Brady (knee) continued long-term recoveries, with Creighton up next on Wednesday.