NCAAB · Final

UConn Dominates DePaul in Convincing Win

Sunday, December 21, 2025, 4:30 PM ET · Wintrust Arena

UConn Huskies 72, DePaul Blue Demons 54, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won UConn Huskies vs DePaul Blue Demons?

UConn Huskies beat DePaul Blue Demons 72-54 at Wintrust Arena on December 21, 2025.

Who was favored in UConn Huskies vs DePaul Blue Demons?

UConn Huskies were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1050 (about 91% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive matchup, the UConn Huskies defeated the DePaul Blue Demons 72-54 at Wintrust Arena. This victory marks UConn's seventh consecutive win, further solidifying their strong season with an impressive away record of 12-1, while DePaul falls to 8-5 on the season. The Huskies showcased their dominance throughout the game, maintaining control and outscoring DePaul in both halves.

UConn's recent form has been stellar, with a record of 9-1 in their last ten games. They have averaged 75.9 points per game while allowing only 63.8, highlighting their balanced offensive and defensive capabilities. In contrast, DePaul has struggled recently, holding a 6-4 record over their last ten games, with an average of 75.3 points scored and 69.9 points allowed. The Blue Demons' last five games have seen them go 3-2, scoring an average of 71.6 points while allowing 70.8.

At home, DePaul has a record of 5-2, but their recent loss to St. John's on December 17, 2025, where they fell 66-79, reflects their current struggles. UConn, on the other hand, has been formidable away from home, boasting an 8-1 record in such games this season. The Huskies' confidence was evident as they entered this game on a winning streak, having recently defeated Butler 79-60 on December 17, 2025.

In previous meetings between the two teams this season, UConn has emerged victorious in both encounters. On January 1, 2025, they defeated DePaul 81-68 at Wintrust Arena, and later on January 30, 2025, they secured another win with a score of 72-61. This trend continued in their latest clash, further establishing UConn's dominance in this matchup.

In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any current injury concerns for either team, suggesting that both squads were at full strength for this contest. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had UConn favored by 12.5 points, with a total set at 133.5. The odds indicated a strong belief in UConn's ability to win decisively, which they did, covering the spread comfortably.

The game conditions were conducive for a competitive atmosphere, with both teams eager to assert their dominance. UConn's ability to capitalize on their scoring opportunities was evident, particularly in the second half. Key plays included a driving layup by Kaleb Banks, which extended UConn's lead to 62-50, and a series of three-pointers by Braylon Mullins that pushed the score to 70-52.

As the game progressed, UConn's defense stifled DePaul's attempts to mount a comeback, forcing turnovers and limiting their scoring opportunities. DePaul managed to score only 54 points, well below their average, as UConn's defensive strategy paid off. The final score of 72-54 reflects not only UConn's offensive prowess but also their commitment to defensive execution.

Overall, this game showcased UConn's capabilities as a formidable contender in the NCAAB landscape, while DePaul will need to regroup and address their recent challenges to improve their standing as the season progresses.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	CONN -12.5	133.5 o -112 / u -108	UConn Huskies -1050 · DePaul Blue Demons +675

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Leaders

PointsLayden Blocker11DePaul Blue Demons
AssistsLayden Blocker3DePaul Blue Demons
ReboundsNJ Benson8DePaul Blue Demons
PointsAlex Karaban21UConn Huskies
AssistsSilas Demary Jr.8UConn Huskies
ReboundsTarris Reed Jr.11UConn Huskies

Recent form

DePaul Blue Demons

Last 10: 6-4Streak L175.3 scored · 69.9 allowed per game5-2 at home

L66-79at St. John's Red StormDec 17
W61-58at Wichita State ShockersDec 13
W92-49vs Morgan State BearsDec 10
W76-72vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsDec 7
L63-96at LSU TigersNov 30
W75-61vs Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsNov 29
W95-75vs Detroit Mercy TitansNov 23
W93-62vs Gardner-Webb Runnin' BulldogsNov 19
L79-81vs Northwestern WildcatsNov 15
L53-66vs Buffalo BullsNov 12

UConn Huskies

Last 10: 9-1Streak W775.9 scored · 63.8 allowed per game1-0 away

W79-60vs Butler BulldogsDec 17
W71-63vs Texas LonghornsDec 13
W77-73vs Florida GatorsDec 10
W83-59vs East Texas A&M LionsDec 6
W61-56at Kansas JayhawksDec 3
W74-61vs Illinois Fighting IlliniNov 28
W72-49vs Bryant BulldogsNov 23
L67-71vs Arizona WildcatsNov 20
W86-84vs BYU CougarsNov 16
W89-62vs Columbia LionsNov 10

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
St. John's	30-7	-	18-2
UConn	34-6	1	17-3
Villanova	24-9	3	15-5
Seton Hall	21-12	8	10-10
Creighton	16-18	9	9-11
DePaul	16-16	10	8-12
Butler	16-16	11	7-13
Providence	15-18	11	7-13
Marquette	12-20	11	7-13
Georgetown	16-18	12	6-14
Xavier	15-18	12	6-14

Box score

Stat	UConn Huskies	DePaul Blue Demons
Field goals	27-57	20-55
Field goal %	47	36
Three-pointers	6-18	3-13
Three-point %	33	23
Free throws	12-16	11-21
Free throw %	75	52
Rebounds	40	28
Offensive rebounds	11	10
Defensive rebounds	29	18
Assists	15	7
Steals	6	7
Blocks	8	4
Turnovers	15	13
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	1	1
Technical fouls, total	1	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	6	24
Fast-break points	2	11
Points in the paint	38	20
Fouls	20	17
Largest lead	18	8
Lead changes	5	5
Time in front	67	26

How the scoring went

1st Half28-28Kruz McClure makes free throw 3 of 3
1st Half31-28Alex Karaban makes 25-foot three point jumper (Silas Demary Jr. assists)
1st Half32-28Silas Demary Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half33-28Silas Demary Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
1st Half33-30Layden Blocker makes 17-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half35-30Tarris Reed Jr. makes layup
2nd Half37-30Alex Karaban makes layup (Tarris Reed Jr. assists)
2nd Half37-32NJ Benson makes 10-foot floating jump shot (CJ Gunn assists)
2nd Half40-32Alex Karaban makes 28-foot three point jumper (Tarris Reed Jr. assists)
2nd Half40-34NJ Benson makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Layden Blocker assists)
2nd Half42-34Malachi Smith makes driving layup
2nd Half44-34Jaylin Stewart makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half46-34Alex Karaban makes 7-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half46-36Layden Blocker makes 11-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half47-36Alex Karaban makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half48-36Alex Karaban makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half50-36Jayden Ross makes 1-foot dunk (Silas Demary Jr. assists)
2nd Half52-36Braylon Mullins makes 8-foot hook shot (Silas Demary Jr. assists)
2nd Half52-38CJ Gunn makes 12-foot step back jumpshot
2nd Half54-38Silas Demary Jr. makes 18-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half54-41RJ Smith makes 25-foot three point jumper (CJ Gunn assists)
2nd Half55-41Alex Karaban makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half56-41Alex Karaban makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half58-41Tarris Reed Jr. makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half58-43Brandon Maclin makes layup
2nd Half58-44Brandon Maclin makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half60-44Silas Demary Jr. makes driving layup
2nd Half60-45Brandon Maclin makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half60-47CJ Gunn makes 16-foot step back jumpshot
2nd Half60-48Kruz McClure makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half61-48Silas Demary Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half62-48Silas Demary Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half62-50Kaleb Banks makes driving layup (RJ Smith assists)
2nd Half62-52Layden Blocker makes driving layup
2nd Half64-52Tarris Reed Jr. makes 20-foot jumper (Alex Karaban assists)
2nd Half67-52Braylon Mullins makes 23-foot three point jumper (Alex Karaban assists)
2nd Half70-52Braylon Mullins makes 26-foot three pointer (Tarris Reed Jr. assists)
2nd Half70-53RJ Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half70-54RJ Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half72-54Alec Millender makes driving layup