UConn must dominate early for several reasons:
1. Win the game to advance.
2. Conserve the minutes that Kelly plays, IF she plays. (That decision is not hers, or Geno's, it's strictly Rosemary's call and no way will she be ignored or overruled.) Also conserve minutes for Stef and Kaleena. And for Caroline and Morgan. As for Breanna and Bria, judgment call for Geno.
3. Maximize PT for Moriah and Kiah. Do all possible to get them into the flow so they are primed to provide support in upcoming games.
4. And don't forget to win the damned game!
Once Geno accomplishes all this, we might consider elevating his status to the top 100 Connecticut coaches.
Maybe.