UConn’s Tristan Newton is lifted up in postgame celebrations after the Huskies won the NCAA Tournament final on Monday, April 3.
UConn’s Andrew Hurley helps cut down the nets after the game. Hurley is also the son of UConn head coach Don Hurley.
UConn players hoist the championship trophy.
San Diego State’s Micah Parrish and Tyler Broughton sit in the locker room after the game.
UConn celebrates after the final whistle.
UConn guard Jordan Hawkins celebrates during the second half.
UConn’s Donovan Klingen watches the game during the second half.
San Diego State’s Lamont Butler shoots a floater in the second half.
From left, San Diego State’s Aguek Arop, UConn’s Andre Jackson Jr. and Butler make a free throw during the second half.
UConn’s Adama Sanoko throws the ball over Nathan Mensah. Sanoko finished with 17 points and 10 rebounds and was later named the tournament’s MVP.
Newton blocks a shot by Darian Trammell during the second half.
San Diego State fans watch the second half.
San Diego State head coach Brian Dutcher argues a call in the second half.
Hawkins attempts a dunk early in the second half. It hit the back of the rim.
San Diego State’s Keshad Johnson celebrates after scoring.
Butler, well, took charge of the Klingon during the first half. At halftime, UConn led 36-24.
Jackson competes for the ball with San Diego State’s Adam Siego.
UConn’s Joey Calcadera makes a layup during the first half.
UConn fans celebrate during the first half.
San Diego State’s Matt Bradley is guarded by Jackson. In the first half, San Diego State went more than 11 minutes without making a field goal.
UConn head coach Don Hurley yells during the first half.
NRG Stadium, the site of this year’s Final Four, is also the home of the NFL’s Houston Texans.
Newton pulled down a rebound in the first half.
UConn fans cheer before the game.
The flag is hoisted to play the national anthem before the game.
