Tarris Reed's 31-27 night helps UConn survive in NCAA tournament
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Key Points:
- Tarris Reed Jr. delivered a historic performance with 31 points and 27 rebounds on 80% shooting, leading UConn to an 82-71 victory over Furman and avoiding a major upset in the NCAA tournament.
- Reed became only the second player in 60 years, alongside Bill Walton in 1972, to record 30+ points and 20+ rebounds on at least 80% shooting in an NCAA tournament game.
- Despite missing key players Silas Demary Jr. and Jaylin Stewart due to injuries, UConn managed to hold off a determined Furman team that shot 48% in the first half and made multiple crucial 3-pointers.
- Furman, a 15-se
