UConn routed Buffalo.

"We really needed something good to happen," coach Geno Auriemma said. "They really needed a confidence booster today, and I think they got one. I think today was a real shot in the arm for them. I hope it gives them a lot of momentum going into Sunday."

Ann Strother announced her dark horse candidacy for POY with 20 points and 6 boards in 18 minutes.