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UConn's Solo Ball Expected to Play in NCAA Title Game
Huskies guard dealing with foot sprain but not listed on injury report
Apr. 6, 2026 at 2:03am
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UConn guard Solo Ball, who suffered a foot injury in the team's Final Four win over Illinois, is expected to play in Monday night's NCAA championship game against Michigan. Ball was not listed on the initial player availability report, indicating he should be good to go despite the injury.
Why it matters
Ball is UConn's third-leading scorer and a key part of their rotation, so his availability is crucial for the Huskies as they look to win their first national title since 2014. His status was in question after he played through the injury in the semifinal game.
The details
Ball said he suffered the injury when he got tangled with teammate Tarris Reed Jr. on a screen, but he was able to play 16 minutes after the incident and even had a key dunk late in the game. UConn coach Dan Hurley had initially expressed uncertainty about Ball's status, but the guard said he is leaving the decision up to the medical staff and is doing everything he can to prepare for the championship game.
- Ball suffered the foot injury in the first half of UConn's Final Four victory over Illinois on Saturday.
- The initial player availability report for the NCAA title game was released on Sunday.
The players
Solo Ball
A 6-foot-4 junior guard who is UConn's third-leading scorer, averaging 12.9 points, 3.1 rebounds and 1.6 assists per game this season.
Dan Hurley
The head coach of the UConn men's basketball team.
Tarris Reed Jr.
A UConn teammate of Solo Ball's.
L.J. Cason
A Michigan player who is listed as out for the NCAA title game.
Winters Grady
A Michigan player who is listed as out for the NCAA title game.
What they’re saying
“I'm leaving it up to the medical staff and doing everything I can to prepare for tomorrow.”
— Solo Ball, UConn Guard
“My adrenaline is through the roof.”
— Solo Ball, UConn Guard
What’s next
The NCAA championship game between UConn and Michigan will take place on Monday, April 7, 2026.
The takeaway
Ball's availability is crucial for UConn as they look to win their first national title in 12 years. The Huskies will need their third-leading scorer at full strength to have the best chance of defeating a talented Michigan team and cutting down the nets.
