CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia coach Bob Huggins has seen his team overcome double-digit deficits, struggle against overmatched opponents and pull out victories after relinquishing big leads.
The wins have come in many varieties for the Mountaineers, and one more on Thursday night against Washington (26-9) in the East Regional semifinals in Syracuse, N.Y,. would give West Virginia (29-6) a school record 30th.
Huggins isn’t ready to toast any accomplishments just yet — especially ones he believes should be credited to his players, not himself.
Da’Sean Butler has been the offensive catalyst all season, but West Virginia’s defense has come up especially big of late. The Big East tournament champion has held its last five opponents under 60 points.
