UConn May Be Without Key Contributor for NCAA Title Game vs. Michigan

Huskies guard Solo Ball suffers foot injury, status uncertain for championship matchup

Apr. 5, 2026 at 4:33pm

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The UConn Huskies men's basketball team is heading to the NCAA Tournament title game for the third time in four years, but they may be without one of their key contributors. Junior guard Solomon 'Solo' Ball suffered a foot injury during Saturday's national semifinal win over Illinois and is currently in a walking boot, with his status for Monday's championship game against Michigan uncertain.

Why it matters

Ball has been a crucial part of UConn's tournament run, scoring in double figures in the past three games. His potential absence could be a significant blow to the Huskies' chances of winning their seventh national title against a tough Michigan squad that is heavily favored.

The details

According to UConn head coach Dan Hurley, Ball suffered 'some type of a foot sprain' during the Illinois game. The junior guard from Leesburg, Virginia, scored 13 points on 3-of-7 shooting from 3-point range and added two assists in the Huskies' 71-62 victory. For the season, Ball has started all 38 games for UConn, averaging 12.9 points, 3.1 rebounds and 1.6 assists per contest.

  • The NCAA Tournament title game is scheduled for Monday, April 6, 2026 at 8:49 p.m. ET.
  • Ball suffered the foot injury during Saturday's national semifinal game on April 4, 2026.

The players

Solomon 'Solo' Ball

A junior guard for the UConn Huskies who is the team's third-leading scorer and has been a key contributor during their tournament run.

Dan Hurley

The head coach of the UConn Huskies men's basketball team, who provided an update on Ball's injury status.

Michigan Wolverines

The opponent for UConn in the NCAA Tournament championship game, who are heavily favored to win their second national title.

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What they’re saying

“Ball suffered 'some type of a foot sprain'.”

— Dan Hurley, UConn Head Coach

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