The Kentucky pep band plays before Kentucky played Connecticut in the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky fans during the first half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Actress and Kentucky native Ashley Judd smiles before the first half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky coach coach John Calipari talks to Kentucky guard Brandon Knight (12) during the first half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky forward Josh Harrellson (55) and Connecticut center Alex Oriakhi (34) fight for a rebound during the first half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky coach coach John Calipari yells instructions to his team against Connecticut during the first half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky forward Terrence Jones (3) signals after hitting a three point basket against Connecticut during the first half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky guard Brandon Knight (12) dribbles around Connecticut center Charles Okwandu (35) during the first half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky forward Josh Harrellson (55) fights for a rebound with Connecticut center Alex Oriakhi (34) and Kentucky forward Terrence Jones (3) during the first half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky coach John Calipari yells during the first half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

The Connecticut mascot performs with the team cheerleaders against Kentucky during the first half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

A Connecticut fan cheers her team against Kentucky during the first half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium onSaturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut guard Kemba Walker (15) shoots over Kentucky forward Terrence Jones (3) during the first half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut guard Kemba Walker (15) drives around Kentucky guard DeAndre Liggins (34) during the first half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut fans cheer during the first half of the NCAA National Semifinals against Kentucky at Reliant Stadium onSaturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut guard Kemba Walker (15) tries to steal the ball from Kentucky guard Brandon Knight (12) during the first half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky coach coach John Calipari yell commands to Kentucky forward Terrence Jones (3) as guard Brandon Knight (12) looks on during the first half of their match-up against Connecticut in the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium onSaturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut coach Jim Calhoun argues for a call against Kentucky during the first half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium onSaturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky guard Brandon Knight (12) reacts after making a three point basket during the first half of their match-up with Connecticut in the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut center Alex Oriakhi (34) reacts after colliding with Kentucky forward Josh Harrellson (not pictured) during the first half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut guard Kemba Walker (15) shoots over Kentucky guard Darius Miller (1) during the first half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky forward Terrence Jones (3) and Connecticut center Alex Oriakhi (34) battle for the tipoff during the first half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky fan Sean Robinson cheers during the Kentucky vs. Connecticut NCAA National Semifinals basketball game at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Michael Paulsen / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Michael Paulsen, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky band member Nancy Pickle cheers during the Kentucky vs. Connecticut NCAA National Semifinals basketball game at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Michael Paulsen / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Michael Paulsen, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Charles Barkley signs autographs before the start of the Kentucky vs. Connecticut NCAA National Semifinals basketball game at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Michael Paulsen / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Michael Paulsen, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky guard Darius Miller (1) tries to get past Connecticut center Alex Oriakhi (34) (left) and Connecticut forward Niels Giffey (5) during the first half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Brett Coomer, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut guard Kemba Walker (15) drives to the basket past Kentucky guard DeAndre Liggins (34) during the first half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Brett Coomer, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky forward Josh Harrellson (55) and Kentucky forward Terrence Jones (3) battle for a rebound against Connecticut center Alex Oriakhi (34) during the first half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Brett Coomer, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky guard DeAndre Liggins (34) and Connecticut guard Kemba Walker (15) battle for the ball during the first half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Brett Coomer, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut forward Roscoe Smith (22) celebrates after making a shot against Kentucky during the first half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium onSaturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut center Charles Okwandu (35) blocks Kentucky guard Darius Miller (1) on his path to the hoop during the first half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium onSaturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut center Charles Okwandu (35) dunks against Kentucky during the first half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky forward Josh Harrellson (55) sits on the bench after being called with his second foul next to Kentucky guard Stacey Poole (2) and Kentucky guard Darius Miller (1) during the first half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky fans watch the Kentucky vs. Connecticut NCAA National Semifinals basketball game at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Michael Paulsen / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Michael Paulsen, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut center Charles Okwandu (35) defends against Kentucky guard DeAndre Liggins (34) during the first half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium onSaturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky forward Josh Harrellson (55) reacts after scoring a basket against Connecticut during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium onSaturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky guard Doron Lamb (20) reacts after hitting a three point basket against Connecticut during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut forward Roscoe Smith (22) (left) Connecticut center Alex Oriakhi (34) (below) Kentucky forward Terrence Jones (3) (right) and Kentucky guard Darius Miller (1) battle for the ball on UConn's rim during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Brett Coomer, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky guard DeAndre Liggins (34) puts up a shot against Connecticut center Charles Okwandu (35) during the first half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Brett Coomer, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky guard Darius Miller (1) drives to the basket against Connecticut guard Shabazz Napier (13) and Connecticut forward Roscoe Smith (22) (back) during the first half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Brett Coomer, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky guard DeAndre Liggins (34) reacts after fouling Connecticut guard Kemba Walker (not pictured) on a three point basket during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut coach Jim Calhoun looks on during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky forward Terrence Jones (3) blocks a shot against Connecticut forward Roscoe Smith (22) during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky forward Josh Harrellson (55) dunks against Connecticut during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Kemba Walker #15 of the Connecticut Huskies goes to the hoop against the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kemba Walker Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Alex Oriakhi #34 of the Connecticut Huskies pulls down a rebound against the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Alex Oriakhi Photo: Andy Lyons, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Alex Oriakhi #34 of the Connecticut Huskies shoots the ball over Josh Harrellson #55 of the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Alex Oriakhi;Josh Harrellson Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Kemba Walker #15 of the Connecticut Huskies goes to the hoop against DeAndre Liggins #34 of the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kemba Walker;DeAndre Liggins Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Alex Oriakhi #34 of the Connecticut Huskies jumps the ball up against Terrence Jones #3 of the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Alex Oriakhi;Terrence Jones Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Doron Lamb #20 of the Kentucky Wildcats goes to the hoop against Jeremy Lamb #3 of the Connecticut Huskies during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Doron Lamb;Jeremy Lamb Photo: Andy Lyons, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Alex Oriakhi #34 of the Connecticut Huskies shoots over Josh Harrellson #55 of the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Alex Oriakhi;Josh Harrellson Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Kemba Walker #15 of the Connecticut Huskies goes up for a shoot against DeAndre Liggins #34 of the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kemba Walker;DeAndre Liggins Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Kemba Walker #15 of the Connecticut Huskies goes up for a shoot against DeAndre Liggins #34 of the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka REMOTE/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kemba Walker;DeAndre Liggins Photo: Streeter Lecka REMOTE, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Jeremy Lamb #3 of the Connecticut Huskies goes to the hoop against the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jeremy Lamb Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Kemba Walker #15 of the Connecticut Huskies goes to the basket against DeAndre Liggins #34 of the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kemba Walker;DeAndre Liggins Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Roscoe Smith #22 of the Connecticut Huskies reacts after a play against the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Roscoe Smith Photo: Andy Lyons, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Roscoe Smith #22 of the Connecticut Huskies dunks the ball against the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Roscoe Smith Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Brandon Knight #12 of the Kentucky Wildcats goes up for a rebound against Charles Okwandu #35 and Roscoe Smith #22 of the Connecticut Huskies during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Brandon Knight;Charles Okwandu;Roscoe Smith Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Kemba Walker #15 of the Connecticut Huskies reacts after a play against the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kemba Walker Photo: Andy Lyons, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Roscoe Smith #22 of the Connecticut Huskies dunks the ball against the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Roscoe Smith Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Kemba Walker #15 of the Connecticut Huskies goes to the hoop past Josh Harrellson #55 of the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kemba Walker;Josh Harrellson Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: The Connecticut Huskies cheerleader perform during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Doron Lamb #20 of the Kentucky Wildcats draws contact against Charles Okwandu #35 of the Connecticut Huskies during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Doron Lamb;Charles Okwandu Photo: Andy Lyons, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Brandon Knight #12 of the Kentucky Wildcats fights for the ball against the Connecticut Huskies during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Brandon Knight Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Brandon Knight #12 of the Kentucky Wildcats fights for the ball against Shabazz Napier #13 of the Connecticut Huskies during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Brandon Knight;Shabazz Napier Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Terrence Jones #3 of the Kentucky Wildcats reacts after a play against the Connecticut Huskies during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Terrence Jones Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Doron Lamb #20 of the Kentucky Wildcats draws contact against Charles Okwandu #35 of the Connecticut Huskies during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Doron Lamb;Charles Okwandu Photo: Andy Lyons, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Jamal Coombs-McDaniel #4 of the Connecticut Huskies goes to the hoop against Josh Harrellson #55 of the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jamal Coombs-McDaniel;Josh Harrellson Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Brandon Knight #12 of the Kentucky Wildcats shoots against the Connecticut Huskies during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Brandon Knight Photo: Andy Lyons, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Kemba Walker #15 of the Connecticut Huskies goes to the hoop past Josh Harrellson #55 and DeAndre Liggins #34 of the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kemba Walker;Josh Harrellson;DeAndre Liggins Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Kemba Walker #15 of the Connecticut Huskies goes to the hoop past Josh Harrellson #55 of the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kemba Walker;Josh Harrellson Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Shabazz Napier #13 of the Connecticut Huskies knocks the ball away from Darius Miller #1 of the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Shabazz Napier;Darius Miller Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Darius Miller #1 of the Kentucky Wildcats goes up for the shot against Charles Okwandu #35 of the Connecticut Huskies during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Darius Miller;Charles Okwandu Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Head coach Jim Calhoun of the Connecticut Huskies talks to his team against the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jim Calhoun;Roscoe Smith;Niels Giffey Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

Connecticut forward Roscoe Smith (22) drives to the basket past Kentucky guard Darius Miller (1) and Kentucky forward Terrence Jones (3) during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Brett Coomer, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut forward Roscoe Smith (22) has the ball swatted away by Kentucky forward Terrence Jones (3) during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Brett Coomer, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky guard Brandon Knight (12) drives with the ball past Connecticut guard Shabazz Napier (13) and Connecticut forward Jeremy Lamb (3) during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Brett Coomer, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut guard Kemba Walker (15) blocks a shot by Kentucky guard Doron Lamb (20) during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium onSaturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut guard Kemba Walker (15) blocks a shot by Kentucky guard Doron Lamb (20) during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium onSaturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut guard Kemba Walker (15) blocks a shot by Kentucky guard Doron Lamb (20) during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium onSaturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut center Alex Oriakhi (34) slams home two points against Kentucky during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium onSaturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut guard Kemba Walker (15) shoots over Kentucky guard DeAndre Liggins (34) and forward Josh Harrellson (55) during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium onSaturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut center Alex Oriakhi (34) defends against Kentucky guard Brandon Knight (12) during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium onSaturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky guard DeAndre Liggins (34) puts up a shot over Connecticut forward Jeremy Lamb (3) during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium onSaturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky forward Terrence Jones (3) blocks a shot against Connecticut forward Roscoe Smith (22) during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut guard Shabazz Napier (13) and Kentucky guard Darius Miller (1) go for a rebound during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky guard Brandon Knight, left, battles through traffic with Connecticut forward Jeremy Lamb (3) and Connecticut center Alex Oriakhi (34) during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky guard Brandon Knight (12) goes up to the basket against Connecticut during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky guard Brandon Knight (12) drives against Connecticut forward Jeremy Lamb (3) during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut guard Kemba Walker (15) reacts after scoring against Kentucky during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut guard Kemba Walker (15) fouls Kentucky forward Terrence Jones (3) during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut guard Shabazz Napier (13) and Kentucky guard Brandon Knight (12) scramble for a loose ball during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky guard Brandon Knight (12) drives with the ball past Connecticut guard Shabazz Napier (13) and Connecticut forward Jeremy Lamb (3) during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Brett Coomer, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut guard Kemba Walker (15) celebrates in the final moments against Kentucky during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium onSaturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. Connecticut won the game 56-55 to advance to the national championship. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut guard Kemba Walker (15) celebrates in the final moments against Kentucky during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium onSaturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. Connecticut won the game 56-55 to advance to the national championship. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

The Connecticut bench celebrates in the final moments against Kentucky during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium onSaturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. Connecticut won the game 56-55 to advance to the national championship. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut guard Kemba Walker (15) celebrates with teammates after defeating Kentucky in the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium onSaturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. Connecticut won the game 56-55 to advance to the national championship. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut guard Kemba Walker (15) celebrates with teammates after defeating Kentucky in the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium onSaturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. Connecticut won the game 56-55 to advance to the national championship. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut center Alex Oriakhi (34) (right) and Connecticut forward Tyler Olander (10) exit the court after Connecticut defeated Kentucky 56-55 during the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. Connecticut will face Butler in the National Championship game. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Brett Coomer, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut guard Kemba Walker (15) hugs Kentucky guard DeAndre Liggins (34) after the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. Connecticut won 56-55. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut coach Jim Calhoun smiles during a television interview after the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. Connecticut won 56-55. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut guard Kemba Walker (15) a miss by Kentucky in the final minute during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium onSaturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

The University of Connecticut team celebrates after defeating Kentucky 56-55 during the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. Connecticut will face Butler in the National Championship game.( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky forward Josh Harrellson (55) dunks the ball next to Connecticut center Alex Oriakhi (34) and Connecticut forward Jeremy Lamb (3) during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. UConn defeated 56-55 and will play Butler in the National Championship game. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Connecticut center Alex Oriakhi (34) grabs a rebound over Kentucky forward Josh Harrellson (55) and Kentucky guard Brandon Knight (12) (below) during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. UConn defeated 56-55 and will play Butler in the National Championship game. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Roscoe Smith #22 of the Connecticut Huskies fights for the ball against Terrence Jones #3 and Brandon Knight #12 of the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Roscoe Smith;Terrence Jones;Brandon Knight Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Roscoe Smith #22 of the Connecticut Huskies dunks the ball against the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Chris Steppig-Pool/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Roscoe Smith Photo: Pool, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Kemba Walker #15 of the Connecticut Huskies dives to save a ball from going out of bound against the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kemba Walker Photo: Andy Lyons, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Kemba Walker #15 of the Connecticut Huskies reacts towards the end of the game against the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kemba Walker Photo: Andy Lyons, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Jeremy Lamb #3 and Shabazz Napier #13 of the Connecticut Huskies celebrate with their teammates after defeating the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jeremy Lamb;Shabazz Napier

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HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Kemba Walker #15 of the Connecticut Huskies reacts towards the end of the game against the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kemba Walker Photo: Andy Lyons, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Kemba Walker #15 of the Connecticut Huskies reacts towards the end of the game against the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kemba Walker Photo: Andy Lyons, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Kemba Walker #15 of the Connecticut Huskies celebrates after defeating the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kemba Walker Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Tyler Olander #10, Alex Oriakhi #34, Roscoe Smith #22 and Charles Okwandu #35 of the Connecticut Huskies celebrate after defeating the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Tyler Olander;Alex Oriakhi;Roscoe Smith;Charles Okwandu Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: The Connecticut Huskies celebrate after defeating the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images) Photo: Ronald Martinez, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Jeremy Lamb #3, Shabazz Napier #13, Roscoe Smith #22, Kemba Walker #15 and Charles Okwandu #35 of the Connecticut Huskies during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jeremy Lamb;Shabazz Napier;Roscoe Smith;Kemba Walker;Charles Okwandu Photo: Ronald Martinez, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Alex Oriakhi #34 of the Connecticut Huskies dunks the ball against Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Chris Steppig-Pool/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Alex Oriakhi Photo: Pool, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Brandon Knight #12 of the Kentucky Wildcats goes to the hoop against Alex Oriakhi #34 of the Connecticut Huskies during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Chris Steppig-Pool/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Brandon Knight;Alex Oriakhi Photo: Pool, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Shabazz Napier #13 of the Connecticut Huskies goes to the hoop against Terrence Jones #3 and Brandon Knight #12 of the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Chris Steppig-Pool/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Shabazz Napier;Terrence Jones;Brandon Knight Photo: Pool, Getty Images

Connecticut forward Roscoe Smith (22) dunks against Kentucky during the second half of the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. Connecticut won 56-55. ( Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky's DeAndre Liggins (34) reacts in the locker room after Kentucky's loss to Connecticut in the NCAA National Semifinals basketball game at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Michael Paulsen / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Michael Paulsen, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky's Terrence Jones (3) reacts in the locker room after Kentucky's loss to Connecticut in the NCAA National Semifinals basketball game at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Michael Paulsen / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Michael Paulsen, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Ashley Judd (center) and Caroline Pool react during the final minutes of Kentucky's loss to Connecticut in the NCAA National Semifinals basketball game at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Michael Paulsen / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Michael Paulsen, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Actess Ashley Judd reacts during the final minutes of Kentucky's loss to Connecticut in the NCAA National Semifinals basketball game at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Michael Paulsen / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Michael Paulsen, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Brendan Fitzpatrick (center) reacts during the final minutes of Connecticut's win over Kentucky in the NCAA National Semifinals basketball game at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Michael Paulsen / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Michael Paulsen, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

A Kentucky fans reacts during the final minutes of Kentucky's loss to Connecticut in the NCAA National Semifinals basketball game at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. ( Michael Paulsen / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Michael Paulsen, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky guard Brandon Knight (12) talks to the media after the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. Connecticut won 56-55. ( Michael Paulsen / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Michael Paulsen, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky forward Terrence Jones (3) wipes away tears after the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. Connecticut won 56-55. ( Michael Paulsen / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Michael Paulsen, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

Kentucky guard DeAndre Liggins, center, who missed a crucial three point basket late in the game, sit in the locker room after the NCAA National Semifinals at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Houston. Connecticut won 56-55. At left is Kentucky guard Doron Lamb. ( Michael Paulsen / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Michael Paulsen, Houston Chronicle For The Connecticut Post

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Shabazz Napier #13 of the Connecticut Huskies goes to the hoop against Terrence Jones #3 and Brandon Knight #12 of the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Chris Steppig-Pool/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Shabazz Napier;Terrence Jones;Brandon Knight Photo: Pool, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Brandon Knight #12 of the Kentucky Wildcats goes to the hoop against Alex Oriakhi #34 of the Connecticut Huskies during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Chris Steppig-Pool/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Brandon Knight;Alex Oriakhi Photo: Pool, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Alex Oriakhi #34 of the Connecticut Huskies dunks the ball against Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Chris Steppig-Pool/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Alex Oriakhi Photo: Pool, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Jeremy Lamb #3, Shabazz Napier #13, Roscoe Smith #22, Kemba Walker #15 and Charles Okwandu #35 of the Connecticut Huskies during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jeremy Lamb;Shabazz Napier;Roscoe Smith;Kemba Walker;Charles Okwandu Photo: Ronald Martinez, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: The Connecticut Huskies celebrate after defeating the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images) Photo: Ronald Martinez, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Tyler Olander #10, Alex Oriakhi #34, Roscoe Smith #22 and Charles Okwandu #35 of the Connecticut Huskies celebrate after defeating the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Tyler Olander;Alex Oriakhi;Roscoe Smith;Charles Okwandu Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Kemba Walker #15 of the Connecticut Huskies celebrates after defeating the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kemba Walker Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Kemba Walker #15 of the Connecticut Huskies reacts towards the end of the game against the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kemba Walker Photo: Andy Lyons, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Kemba Walker #15 of the Connecticut Huskies reacts towards the end of the game against the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kemba Walker Photo: Andy Lyons, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Jeremy Lamb #3 and Shabazz Napier #13 of the Connecticut Huskies celebrate with their teammates after defeating the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jeremy Lamb;Shabazz Napier Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Kemba Walker #15 of the Connecticut Huskies reacts towards the end of the game against the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kemba Walker Photo: Andy Lyons, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Kemba Walker #15 of the Connecticut Huskies dives to save a ball from going out of bound against the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kemba Walker Photo: Andy Lyons, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Roscoe Smith #22 of the Connecticut Huskies dunks the ball against the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Chris Steppig-Pool/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Roscoe Smith Photo: Pool, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Roscoe Smith #22 of the Connecticut Huskies fights for the ball against Terrence Jones #3 and Brandon Knight #12 of the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Roscoe Smith;Terrence Jones;Brandon Knight

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HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Head coach Jim Calhoun of the Connecticut Huskies talks to his team against the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jim Calhoun;Roscoe Smith;Niels Giffey Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Darius Miller #1 of the Kentucky Wildcats goes up for the shot against Charles Okwandu #35 of the Connecticut Huskies during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Darius Miller;Charles Okwandu Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Shabazz Napier #13 of the Connecticut Huskies knocks the ball away from Darius Miller #1 of the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Shabazz Napier;Darius Miller Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Kemba Walker #15 of the Connecticut Huskies goes to the hoop past Josh Harrellson #55 of the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kemba Walker;Josh Harrellson Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Kemba Walker #15 of the Connecticut Huskies goes to the hoop past Josh Harrellson #55 and DeAndre Liggins #34 of the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kemba Walker;Josh Harrellson;DeAndre Liggins Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Brandon Knight #12 of the Kentucky Wildcats shoots against the Connecticut Huskies during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Brandon Knight Photo: Andy Lyons, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Jamal Coombs-McDaniel #4 of the Connecticut Huskies goes to the hoop against Josh Harrellson #55 of the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jamal Coombs-McDaniel;Josh Harrellson Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Doron Lamb #20 of the Kentucky Wildcats draws contact against Charles Okwandu #35 of the Connecticut Huskies during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Doron Lamb;Charles Okwandu Photo: Andy Lyons, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Terrence Jones #3 of the Kentucky Wildcats reacts after a play against the Connecticut Huskies during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Terrence Jones Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Brandon Knight #12 of the Kentucky Wildcats fights for the ball against Shabazz Napier #13 of the Connecticut Huskies during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Brandon Knight;Shabazz Napier Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Brandon Knight #12 of the Kentucky Wildcats fights for the ball against the Connecticut Huskies during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Brandon Knight Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Doron Lamb #20 of the Kentucky Wildcats draws contact against Charles Okwandu #35 of the Connecticut Huskies during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Doron Lamb;Charles Okwandu Photo: Andy Lyons, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: The Connecticut Huskies cheerleader perform during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Kemba Walker #15 of the Connecticut Huskies goes to the hoop past Josh Harrellson #55 of the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kemba Walker;Josh Harrellson

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HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Roscoe Smith #22 of the Connecticut Huskies dunks the ball against the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Roscoe Smith Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Kemba Walker #15 of the Connecticut Huskies reacts after a play against the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kemba Walker Photo: Andy Lyons, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Brandon Knight #12 of the Kentucky Wildcats goes up for a rebound against Charles Okwandu #35 and Roscoe Smith #22 of the Connecticut Huskies during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Brandon Knight;Charles Okwandu;Roscoe Smith Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Roscoe Smith #22 of the Connecticut Huskies dunks the ball against the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Roscoe Smith Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Roscoe Smith #22 of the Connecticut Huskies reacts after a play against the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Roscoe Smith Photo: Andy Lyons, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Kemba Walker #15 of the Connecticut Huskies goes to the basket against DeAndre Liggins #34 of the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kemba Walker;DeAndre Liggins Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Jeremy Lamb #3 of the Connecticut Huskies goes to the hoop against the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jeremy Lamb Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Kemba Walker #15 of the Connecticut Huskies goes up for a shoot against DeAndre Liggins #34 of the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka REMOTE/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kemba Walker;DeAndre Liggins Photo: Streeter Lecka REMOTE, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Kemba Walker #15 of the Connecticut Huskies goes up for a shoot against DeAndre Liggins #34 of the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kemba Walker;DeAndre Liggins Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Alex Oriakhi #34 of the Connecticut Huskies shoots over Josh Harrellson #55 of the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Alex Oriakhi;Josh Harrellson Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Doron Lamb #20 of the Kentucky Wildcats goes to the hoop against Jeremy Lamb #3 of the Connecticut Huskies during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Doron Lamb;Jeremy Lamb Photo: Andy Lyons, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Alex Oriakhi #34 of the Connecticut Huskies jumps the ball up against Terrence Jones #3 of the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Alex Oriakhi;Terrence Jones Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Kemba Walker #15 of the Connecticut Huskies goes to the hoop against DeAndre Liggins #34 of the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kemba Walker;DeAndre Liggins Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Alex Oriakhi #34 of the Connecticut Huskies shoots the ball over Josh Harrellson #55 of the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Alex Oriakhi;Josh Harrellson Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Alex Oriakhi #34 of the Connecticut Huskies pulls down a rebound against the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Alex Oriakhi Photo: Andy Lyons, Getty Images

HOUSTON, TX - APRIL 02: Kemba Walker #15 of the Connecticut Huskies goes to the hoop against the Kentucky Wildcats during the National Semifinal game of the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship at Reliant Stadium on April 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kemba Walker Photo: Streeter Lecka, Getty Images