UConn Huskies head coach Dan Hurley discussed Liam McNeeley's imminent return during a pregame presser ahead of Wednesday's DePaul game.

In McNeeley’s absence, Saint Mary’s transfer Aidan Mahaney has shown the ability to step up -- he went for 14 points against Xavier -- but has been largely inconsistent. He’s averaging 5.2 points after averaging 13.9 ppg the last two seasons in the WCC.

The No. 25 Huskies outscored DePaul 43-24 in the second half after UConn men's basketball coach Dan Hurley and his staff spoke to the players.

UConn basketball currently holds a 14-6 record so far in the 2024-25 season. They have not played their best basketball by any means, but the Huskies are still competing at a respectable level. The team can use all of the help they can get,

Dan Hurley’s frustration with his UConn team has only grown with each game during Liam McNeeley’s recovery. But he feels the freshman can eventually help turn things around.

UConn coach Dan Hurley opened up on the impending return of injured freshman Liam McNeeley to the team. McNeeley has missed six games due to a high ankle sprain, and the Huskies went 3-3 when he was away, dropping them to No. 25 in the AP weekly rankings.