UConn's Solo Ball Sidelined vs. DePaul with Undisclosed Issue
UConn will be without one of its key offensive weapons on Sunday, as sophomore guard Solo Ball has been ruled out for the Huskies’ matchup against DePaul. The absence was confirmed via the Big East Injury Report, with the reason listed as undisclosed.
Ball has been a steady contributor for UConn this season, averaging 15.4 points per game. He’s not just a scorer-he’s a rhythm-setter, a player who can create his own shot, stretch the floor, and keep opposing defenses honest. Losing that kind of production, even for a single game, isn’t something the Huskies take lightly.
The timing, however, could be worse. Sunday’s contest marks UConn’s final game before the Christmas break.
After the DePaul matchup, the Huskies won’t take the court again until December 31, when they face off against Xavier. That gives Ball over a week to rest, recover, and potentially return to the lineup in time for what should be a tougher Big East test.
For now, UConn will need to lean on its depth. Expect more touches for the backcourt rotation and perhaps a bigger scoring load for the frontcourt. The Huskies have the talent to weather this short-term storm, but make no mistake-Ball’s absence is notable.
He may have one of the most memorable names in college hoops, but it’s his game that’s made him a real difference-maker for UConn this season. The hope in Storrs is that this is just a brief pause in what’s shaping up to be a strong campaign for both Ball and the Huskies.