The UConn women’s basketball team’s struggles in big games are becoming a concerning pattern after an 80-76 upset by rival Tennessee.

UConn women's basketball's post play has been an issue all year, but it fell into a slump against rival Tennessee in the Huskies' loss Thursday in Knoxville.

KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE - FEBRUARY 06: Talaysia Cooper #55 of the Tennessee Lady Vols is defended by Azzi Fudd #35 of the UConn Huskies during the first half of the game at Thompson-Boling Arena on February 06, 2025 in Knoxville, Tennessee. (Photo by Johnnie Izquierdo/Getty Images)