"A certified sniper", "An absolute microwave": Fans go crazy over Solo Ball as UConn star goes off on DePaul with 7 threes

Solo Ball torched the DePaul Blue Demons in UConn's first game of the new year on Wednesday leading the Huskies to an 81-68 win at Wintrust Arena. The sophomore recorded a career-high seven 3-pointers, finishing with 22 points, six rebounds and one block.

Ball put on a show in the closing minutes of the first half, knocking down four straight attempts from deep to give UConn a 43-22 advantage at half-time. DePaul tried to rally in the second half, unleashing a 13-2 run to cut UConn's lead to 61-52 with 7:58 remaining.

Ball helped the Huskies keep the Blue Demons at bay, scoring two 3-pointers to extend UConn's advantage to 15 points. He went 7-for-9 from the 3-point range.

College hoops fans took to X (formerly Twitter) to praise Ball for his terrific shooting display against DePaul.

"Solo Ball is a certified sniper," one fan wrote.

"Solo Ball, an absolute microwave offensively," another fan claimed.

"Solo can shoot. Thank gosh, they get a bit lost when Liam is out," one fan commented.

Some fans highlighted his importance on the roster, praising his skills.

"Solo is absolutely straight up ballin," one fan tweeted.

"Leaving Solo Ball wide open is going to cost you!" another fan commented.

"Is Solo Ball the best lefty shooter in UConn history?" one fan asked.

Solo Ball, UConn Huskies remain red hot after Maui disaster

The No. 11 UConn Huskies have recovered from their disastrous showing at the Maui Invitational in November, winning seven games in a row to improve their overall record to 11-3. Solo Ball has been a vital cog for Dan Hurley's Huskies during their unbeaten run, averaging 12.5 points, 1.9 rebounds and 1.2 assists, shooting 44.7% from the floor.

Ball (#1) of the UConn Huskies reacts during the second half of their NCAA basketball game against the Xavier Musketeers at the XL Center on December 18, 2024. Photo: Getty

Ball has been lights out from the 3-point area during this stretch, knocking down 20 of his 46 attempts from beyond the arc. It wasn't just Ball who punished DePaul with threes as the rest of the Huskies shot 7-for-20 from deep. Alex Karaban went 4-of-8 from 3-point land, while Liam McNeeley drained two of his five 3-point attempts before being sidelined with an ankle injury.